Navy Cross recipient inspires future leaders of the Corps

CAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, JAPAN

02.06.2014

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joey Holeman 

III Marine Expeditionary Force   

Sgt. Maj. Justin D. Lehew speaks with students and faculty participating in the Staff Non-Commissioned Officers Academy Feb. 6 at the West Chapel on Camp Hansen regarding his personal experiences in the Marine Corps and how those in attendance can expand their knowledge of history and tradition. Lehew earned the Navy Cross, the second highest award for combat valor after the Medal of Honor, for his actions March 23-24, 2003 during the Battle of An-Nasiriyah. The battle took place during the initial invasion of Iraq, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Lehew is the command sergeant major of Training and Education Command, Headquarters Marine Corps.

• Date Taken: 02.06.2014
• Date Posted: 03.06.2014 00:42
• Photo ID: 1179904
• VIRIN: 140207-M-PU373-001
• Resolution: 3504x2336
• Size: 2.62 MB
• Location: CAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, JP