CPL Stephens has accepted a role in the S-1 Recruiting and Retention Office as NCO in Charge, with this, Captain Vargas and Lieutenant Taylor have seen it fit to promote him to the rank of Sergeant. Congratulations.
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CERTIFICATE OF PROMOTION
TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING:
Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Tony Stephano
I do promote him to Sergeant in the
UNITED STATES ARMY
502nd Military Intelligence Battalion, Bravo Company
The president of the United States, acting upon the recommendation of the Secretary of the Army, has placed special trust and confidence in the patriotism, integrity, and abilities of Sergeant Tony Stephano.
In view of these special qualities, and his demonstrated potential to serve in the next higher grade, Corporal Tony Stephano is promoted to the grade of Sergeant, United States Army, effective the 17th day of July 2025, by order of the Secretary of the Army.
Congratulations on your promotion and appointment as NCOIC of the Recruiting and Retention Office. It’s been a privilege to watch you grow from our early days together—when you held the line with me during the 47th Battle of Narva—through every challenge we’ve faced since. You’ve carried that same grit, discipline, and unwavering commitment into every role you’ve taken on.
We are gaining not just a capable NCO, but a proven leader who knows what it means to fight for every inch—whether in battle or in building the strength of this unit.
CPL Stephens has accepted a role in the S-1 Recruiting and Retention Office as NCO in Charge, with this, Captain Vargas and Lieutenant Taylor have seen it fit to promote him to the rank of Sergeant. Congratulations.
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CERTIFICATE OF PROMOTION
TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING:
Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Tony Stephano
I do promote him to Sergeant in the
UNITED STATES ARMY
502nd Military Intelligence Battalion, Bravo Company
The president of the United States, acting upon the recommendation of the Secretary of the Army, has placed special trust and confidence in the patriotism, integrity, and abilities of Sergeant Tony Stephano.
In view of these special qualities, and his demonstrated potential to serve in the next higher grade, Corporal Tony Stephano is promoted to the grade of Sergeant, United States Army, effective the 17th day of July 2025, by order of the Secretary of the Army.
Captain Alan Vargas
Commanding Officer
Bravo Company
502nd Military Intelligence Battalion
Sergeant Stephens,
Congratulations on your promotion and appointment as NCOIC of the Recruiting and Retention Office. It’s been a privilege to watch you grow from our early days together—when you held the line with me during the 47th Battle of Narva—through every challenge we’ve faced since. You’ve carried that same grit, discipline, and unwavering commitment into every role you’ve taken on.
We are gaining not just a capable NCO, but a proven leader who knows what it means to fight for every inch—whether in battle or in building the strength of this unit.
Proud to serve alongside you once again.
Captain Alan Vargas
Commanding Officer
Bravo Company
502nd Military Intelligence Battalion