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    Waxahachie native awarded the Navy Cross [Image 6 of 9]

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    A military officer in dress uniform and white gloves is pinning a medal onto a firefighter in formal dress uniform at what appears to be an outdoor ceremony near a Korean War memorial. The firefighter is wearing an Irving Fire Department uniform with red aiguillette and honor guard insignia. A crowd of onlookers and photographers can be seen in the background.

    IRVING, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

    09.14.2017

    Photo by Sgt. Courtney Glen White 

    Marine Corps Recruiting Command           

    Retired Marine Staff Sgt. Eric Smith is awarded the Navy Cross by Maj. Gen. Paul J. Kennedy during a ceremony in Irving, Texas, Sept. 14. Smith was awarded the Navy Cross for courageous actions in 2004 while serving as a squad leader with Company E, Second Battalion, Fourth Marine Regiment, First Marine Division, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Smith currently serves as a lieutenant paramedic with the Irving Fire Department. Kennedy is the commanding general of Marine Corps Recruiting Command and commanded 2nd Battalion, Fourth Marines at the time of Smith's actions. The Navy Cross is the second highest military decoration that may be awarded to a member of the United States Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, (and to members of the Coast Guard when operating under the authority of the Department of the Navy). It is awarded for extraordinary heroism. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Courtney G. White)

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    Date Taken: 09.14.2017
    Date Posted: 09.14.2017 19:49
    Photo ID: 3770794
    VIRIN: 170914-M-HG547-717
    Resolution: 5760x3840
    Size: 2.41 MB
    Location: IRVING, TEXAS, US
    Hometown: WAXAHACHIE, TEXAS, US
    Web Views: 161
    Downloads: 10

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    A uniformed firefighter stands in front of a red and white fire engine inside a fire station bay. The vehicle belongs to the Irving Fire Department and is identified as Paramedic Engine 6. The firefighter is wearing a formal dress uniform with a dark navy shirt, tie, and trousers with a red stripe.
    A male firefighter in a dark navy dress uniform stands in front of a red Irving Fire Department apparatus. The photo appears to be an official or professional portrait taken inside or at the entrance of a fire station. The subject is posed formally, suggesting this may be a department headshot or promotional photograph.
    A member of the Irving Fire Department stands at attention in formal dress uniform at a Korean War memorial ceremony. The officer is holding a red folder and wearing full ceremonial regalia including a dress cap, gold buttons, red aiguillette, and a badge with medal. A crowd of onlookers, photographers, and a U.S. Navy sailor in dress whites are visible in the background.
    A firefighter in formal dress uniform from the Irving Fire Department stands at attention during what appears to be a memorial or ceremonial event. The officer is wearing a black dress uniform with red aiguillette (honor guard braiding), a badge, and a medal, suggesting a formal occasion. A war memorial monument is partially visible in the background along with media personnel and other attendees.
    A United States Marine Corps color guard is presenting flags at an outdoor military ceremony. Four Marines in dress blues are holding the U.S. national flag and a red Marine Corps unit guidon (marked 'CORPS'), while armed guards stand at attention. A crowd of civilians and uniformed personnel stand in the background with hands over hearts, suggesting the playing of the national anthem or a pledge.
    A military officer in dress uniform and white gloves is pinning a medal onto a firefighter in formal dress uniform at what appears to be an outdoor ceremony near a Korean War memorial. The firefighter is wearing an Irving Fire Department uniform with red aiguillette and honor guard insignia. A crowd of onlookers and photographers can be seen in the background.
    A uniformed fire service officer poses for a formal portrait in front of a white and red fire apparatus inside or just outside a fire station. The individual is wearing a dark navy/black dress uniform with gold insignia and a black tie, suggesting a supervisory or officer rank. Firefighting gear and red helmets are visible on shelving in the background.
    A U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress blues is pinning a badge or medal onto a member of the Irving Fire Department during a formal ceremony. The event appears to take place at a Korean War memorial, visible in the background. Onlookers and spectators are gathered behind the two central figures.
    An outdoor military or memorial ceremony is taking place in a park-like setting with a large audience seated on folding chairs. A uniformed military officer in white dress uniform stands at the left addressing the crowd, which includes both military personnel in various uniforms and civilians. The setting appears to be a formal commemorative event, possibly at a veterans memorial or government campus.

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