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Armory & Arms Room Awards
Master Sergeant William G. Burrus distinguished himself by outstanding achievement as the Section Chief, Transient Armory, 379th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, 379th Expeditionary Mission Support Group, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. During this period, Sergeant Burrus directed Air Force Central Command's largest armory and supervised a 14 member team that supported four sister services and 23 foreign allies on the installation. His team oversaw the certification of more than 3,000 weapons storage transactions and secured 31,000 controlled assets worth over one million dollars. Additionally, Sergeant Burrus supported a Joint Force field training exercise with the Qatari Military and provided secure storage space for two million dollars worth of Army equipment and supplies, enabling the unit to train the host nation in artillery operations. Further, he supported six munitions custodians in the management of a 20,000 dollar ammunition account. His attention to detail closed a one thousand dollar Report of Survey and restored the account to one hundred percent accountability. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Burrus reflect credit upon himself, the 379th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Senior Airman Michael D. Morehouse distinguished himself by outstanding achievement while serving as Staff Armorer, 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. During this period, Airman Morehouse performed staff armorer operations for the largest armory in the Area of Responsibility, accounting for 1,300 weapons, 250,000 rounds of ammunition, and assets worth five million dollars across three storage facilities. Additionally, he ensured the arming qualifications of Security Forces personnel and led the weapons cleaning program, inspecting, and ensuring the combat readiness of 1,400 firearms for 250 Security Forces members, thereby prolonging the service life of six million dollars in Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives assets. Moreover, Airman Morehouse demonstrated vigilance and attention to detail as the entry controller for CFH/CAOC entry points, successfully validating 2,500 personnel seeking access to Priority Level-2 Forward Headquarters facilities, ensuring air power enabling two named Operations continued unhindered. Finally, he worked security detail during the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing Change of Command, teaming with a joint task force and ensuring the safety of 300 attendees, 21 coalition partner officers, and 15 senior regional military dignitaries. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Morehouse reflect credit upon himself, the 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Richard A. Vincent distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as NCOIC, Combat Arms, 425th Air Base Squadron, 39th Air Base Wing, Izmir Air Station, Turkey. During this period, Sergeant Vincent was the focal point for the weapons and ammunition downsizing of Izmir Air Base and redistributed over 400,000 dollars worth of arms, ammunition, and equipment throughout United States Air Forces Europe, filling critical arming deficiencies in Europe and Turkey. Furthermore, Sergeant Vincent revised the armory training program due to substantial mission changes after the relocation of Izmir Air Station operations from Bayrakli Park to the Hilton NATO Annex. As a result of the relocation, he authored Operating Instruction 31-012, outlining procedures for operations and maintenance at the new facility. Lastly, as the Vehicle Non-Commissioned Officer, Sergeant Vincent not only maintained the vehicle fleet for daily use, but garnered an "Outstanding" during the 39th Air Base Wing annual inspection. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Vincent reflect credit upon himself, the 425th Air Base Squadron, and the United States Air Force.