Enlisted Aide Citations
Staff Sergeant John Fields distinguished himself by meritorious service as Enlisted Aide to the Commander, United States Forces Japan, Fifth Air Force, Yokota Air Base, Japan. During this period, Sergeant Fields planned and coordinated 33 events and meals supporting the Commander's military and social obligations to include hosting United States Ambassadors, two four-star generals, the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, and numerous Senior Japanese Self Defense Force leaders, bolstering United States-Japanese relations. Additionally, his organizational skills were key during the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff and United States Air Force Chief of Staff visits with the Japanese Ministry of Defense and was recognized by the highest levels of both governments. Further, Sergeant Fields managed the General Officer Quarters, executed the General Officer Housing budget, and streamlined the process on two renovation projects, saving 13,000 dollars. Finally, he facilitated the reception of the Joint Support Staff for Operation TOMODACHI and the Commander of United States Pacific Command throughout several humanitarian assistance and disaster relief events. Sergeant Fields' unwavering dedication to duty was key in preparing the Commander of United States Forces Japan and Joint Support Forces to meet Operation TOMODACHI leadership challenges, serve as the commander's right hand, and play a supportive role in Japan's recovery efforts. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Fields reflect credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Technical Sergeant Raymond R. Gilbert distinguished himself by meritorious service while assigned as Enlisted Aide to the Aeronautical Systems Center Commander and the Air Force Materiel Command Vice-Commander, Headquarters, Air Force Materiel Command from 15 September 2010 to 22 March 2013. In this important assignment, Technical Sergeant Gilbert's outstanding leadership and devotion to duty were instrumental factors in the resolution of many problems of major importance to the Air Force. As the Aide to top level General Officers, Sergeant Gilbert saved more than three thousand dollars in annual grounds maintenance, administered over 35 thousand dollars from the annual dwelling maintenance fund for General Officers, coordinated with Protocol Staff in preparation for Distinguished Visitor visits, prepared a luncheon for 35 Air Attaché spouses at the residence of the Air Force Chief of Staff at Fort Meyer in Washington D.C., and assisted in the preparation and service for an evening function for a Pakistani delegation hosted by the Air Force Inspector General Lt General Rogers. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Gilbert reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
