A former Marine Corps sergeant will receive the Silver Star this week for his actions five years ago in Afghanistan.Maj. Gen. Brian D. Beaudreault, the commanding general of 2nd Marine Division, will present the Silver Star to former Sgt. Matthew Parker durin a ceremony on Friday, according to a 2nd MarDiv press release.Parker is receiving the award for his actions during a firefight on May 21, 2011, [...]
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