Shane R Chapman
Shane R. Chapman | |
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| Born | March 19, 1973 Xenia, Ohio, United States |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1991-2019 |
| Rank | Command Sergeant Major |
| Battles/wars | Somali Civil War |
| Awards | Legion of Merit Bronze Star Medal (2) Meritorious Service Medal (5) Army Commendation Medal (6) Army Achievement Medal (5) |
Shane R. Chapman (born March 19, 1973) is a United States Army soldier who served as the 194th Armored Brigade Command Sergeant Major from April 26, 2017 to May 30, 2019.[1] He is most notably known for his work in the office of Chief of Staff of the Army on the Soldier for Life program.[2]
Early life and education[edit]
A native of Xenia, Ohio, Dailey entered the United States Army as a 19K (Armor Crewman) in 1990. He enlisted at the age of 17 after having graduated high school.[3] He attended Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. His civilian education includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in management from American Military University and a Master of Arts in organizational leadership from Brandman University.
Military career[edit]
Chapman's military education includes Basic Noncommissioned Officer's Course, the Abrams Master Gunner Course, the Tank Commander's Course the Advanced Noncommissioned Officer's Course, Senior Leader's Course, the Sergeants Major Academy, and the Command Sergeants Major Course. He has served in the 1st Armored Division, and the 3rd and 4th Infantry Divisions.
Chapman is decorated with the Bronze Star Medal for his leadership during the Battle of Baghdad. Later, he was selected as the Soldier For Life Sergeant Major in 2012. The Soldier for Life program was founded by Chapman in order to facilitate a favorable transition into civilian life for retiring soldiers. The Soldier for Life program connects Army, government, and non-government organizations in order to influence policies, programs, and services that support soldiers, veterans, and families.[4]
Personal life[edit]
Chapman is a member of the Distinguished Sergeant Audie Murphy Club, a spur holder in the Order of the Spur, and a recipient of a Bronze Order of Saint George.[5]
Awards and decorations[edit]
 Combat Action Badge
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 Expert Rifle Badge
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 Wheeled Vehicle Driver Badge (Driver-W)
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 Army Staff Identification Badge
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 4th Infantry Division Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
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 9 Service stripes
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 4 Overseas Service Bars
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Legion of Merit |
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Bronze Star with oak leaf cluster |
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Meritorious Service Medal with oak leaf cluster |
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Army Commendation Medal with five oak leaf clusters |
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Army Achievement Medal with 4 oak leaf clusters |
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Meritorious Unit Commendation |
 
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Army Good Conduct Medal (9 awards) |
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National Defense Service Medal with one bronze service star |
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Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal with one campaign star |
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Iraq Campaign Medal with two campaign stars |
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Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal |
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Global War on Terrorism Service Medal |
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Armed Forces Service Medal |
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Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal |
 
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NCO Professional Development Ribbon with bronze award numeral 5 |
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Army Service Ribbon |
 
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Army Overseas Service Ribbon with award numeral 3 |
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United Nations Medal, Operation in Somalia |
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NATO Medal Yugoslavia ribbon bar |
References[edit]
- ↑ "CSM Yaudas Biography". Official Publication. Retrieved 14 November 2020.
- ↑ Ferdinando, Lisa (27 August 2013). "Army highlights Soldier for Life program for successful reintegration". Army Article. Retrieved 14 November 2020.
- ↑ "Together We Served". March 21, 2014.
- ↑ Tharpe, Bryan (8 July 2014). "Army Transitions From ACAP to Soldier for Life". Retrieved 14 November 2020.
- ↑ "CSM Shane Chapman Biography" (PDF). United States Army. 27 April 2017. Retrieved 14 November 2020.
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