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Ruger44
        Seighin             grZombie       NC33
Marshal         Slowtoad         FlyinJay           Einhorn
HQTRQD        Mike0001        Spammer       Onedive
Valkyrie         Bwaa               Asp                  Ambush
4440              Pondhopr        Twsted35




Rear Admiral Ruger44

Be it known, that on this date 23rd November, 2007 the Rook Navy Legion of Merit was awarded to Commander Ruger44 with thanks from his Command Staff and all of the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

Be it known, that on this date 15th March 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Captain Ruger44 with thanks from his Commanding Officer Rear Admiral Leadbottom and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while in Command of the VFA-169 Excaliburs

Be it known, that on this date 1st April 2008 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Captain Ruger44 with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Allied Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Aleutians - 1000 Miles of War, Ice and Fog Friday Night Operations. While he escorted B-25's and defended an air base he had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation.

For his outstanding service to the Emperor and the defense of the homeland while serving as the Commander in Chief during frame 3 "Back to Tokyo" FSO on 4-25-08. The Emperor himself has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Captain Ruger44.
Captain Ruger44 planned what was thought to be an impossible defense of the allied invasion of the homeland. Thanks to his  planning the skies above the homeland were cleared of all allied aircraft with minimal damage to the homeland.


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Captain Marshal

Be it known, that on this date 18th November, 2007 the Rook Navy Legion of Merit was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Marshal with thanks from his Commanding Officer Ruger44, and a grateful Rook Nation
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Be it known, that on this date 6th December, 2007 the Rook Distinguished Flying Cross was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Marshal  for achieving an overall rank of 3rd during Tour 94.

Be it known, that on this date 6th December, 2007 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Marshal  for achieving a rank of 6th in Fighter, 9th in Bomber, 18th in Attack and 3rd in Vehicle during Tour 94.

Be it known, that on this date 5th February 2008 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Marshal with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Allied Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Breaking the Seige Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation.

Be it known, that on this date 15th March 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Commander Marshal with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

Be it known, that on this date 1st July, 2008 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Commander Marshal  for achieving a rank of 12th in Vehicle during Tour 101 in the Late War Arena. This is his second Award.

Be it known that on this date 23rd December 2008 Captain Marshal has been awarded the Combat Action Ribbon for his relentless effort and master gunnery during Heavy Metal Sunday. Captain Marshal received enemy tank rounds and returned fire to try and hold an important piece of real estate with no regard for his own safety.
    Recommended by HMS Staff  CDR 4440 and SheGotYa
    Approved and presented by CO Rear Admiral Ruger44



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Commander HQTRQD

Be it known, that on this date 19th December 2007 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant HQTRQD with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Rook Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Okinawa Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation. This was performed in the month of December 2007. This is his first award. Lieutenant HQTRQD was recommended for this award by Lieutenant Onedive and Approved by Commander Ruger44.

Be it known, that on this date 4th March, 2008 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant HQTRQD for achieving a rank of 20th in bomber during Tour 97.

Be it known, that on this date 15th March 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Commander HQTRQD with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

Be it known that on this date 21st December 2008 Commander HQTRQD has been awarded the Air Medal for his Gallantry in action while escorting  formations of B-26's flown by the Bomber Squadron of the Aces & 8's during the FSO "A Long December". Commander HQTRQD was a key factor in protecting the B-26's allowing them to get to and destroy their intended target.

    Recommended and presented by XO Captain Marshal

     Approved by CO Rear Admiral Ruger44


Be it known that on this date 23rd December 2008 Commander HQTRQD has been awarded the Combat Action Ribbon for his relentless effort and master gunnery during Heavy Metal Sunday. Commander HQTRQD received enemy tank rounds and returned fire to try and hold an important piece of real estate with no regard for his own safety.
    Recommended by HMS Staff  CDR 4440 and SheGotYa
    Approved and presented by CO Rear Admiral Ruger44



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Commander NC33




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Commander 4440

Be it known, that on this date 18th November, 2007 the Rook Navy Legion of Merit was awarded to Lieutenant Commander 4440 with thanks from his Commanding Officer Ruger44, and a grateful Rook Nation.

Be it known, that on this date 19th December 2007 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant Commander 4440 with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Rook Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Okinawa Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation. This was performed in the month of December 2007. This is his first award. Lieutenant Commander 4440 was recommended for this award by Lieutenant Onedive and Approved by Commander Ruger44.

Be it known, that on this date 27th March 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Commander 4440 with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

Be it known that on this date 21st December 2008 Commander 4440 has been awarded the Air Medal for his Gallantry in action while escorting  formations of B-26's flown by the Bomber Squadron of the Aces & 8's during the FSO "A Long December". Commander 4440 was a key factor in protecting the B-26's allowing them to get to and destroy their intended target.

    Recommended and presented by XO Captain Marshal

     Approved by CO Rear Admiral Ruger44


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Commander Onedive

Be it known, that on this date 19th December 2007 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant Onedive with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Rook Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Okinawa Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation. This was performed in the month of December 2007. This is his first award. Lieutenant Onedive was recommended for this award by Lieutenant Commander Marshal and Approved by Commander Ruger44.

Be it known, that on this date 4th January, 2008 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Onedive  for achieving a rank of  23rd in Bomber during Tour 95.

Be it known, that on this date 27th March 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Onedive with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.


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Commander Seighin

Be it known, that on this date 6th December, 2007 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Seighin  for achieving a rank of  22nd in Bomber during Tour 94.

Be it known, that on this date 19th December 2007 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant Seighin with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Rook Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Okinawa Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation. This was performed in the month of December 2007. This is his first award. Lieutenant Seighin was recommended for this award by Lieutenant Onedive and Approved by Commander Ruger44. 


For his gallantry in action while defending A48 in the FSO of 3-21-08 LT Seighin is awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal.  LT Seighin piloting his F4F-4 Wildcat shot down 4 enemy pilots and helped his fellow pilots shoot down 6 more enemy pilots.  LT Seighin then continued to patrol the skies above A48 until the attacks had ceased and landed his Wildcat safely.

Be it known, that on this date 24th April 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Seighin with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.


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Commander Mike0001

Be it known, that on this date 6th December, 2007 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Mike0001  for achieving a rank of  22nd in Bomber and 17th in a Vehicle during Tour 94.

Be it known, that on this date 19th December 2007 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant Mike001 with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Rook Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Okinawa Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation. This was performed in the month of December 2007. This is his first award. Lieutenant Mike001 was recommended for this award by Lieutenant Onedive and Approved by Commander Ruger44.

Be it known, that on this date 5th February, 2008 the Rook Distinguished Flying Cross was awarded to Lieutenant Mike0001 for achieving an overall rank of 2nd during Tour 96.

For his gallantry in action while defending A48 in the FSO of 3-21-08 LT Mike0001 is awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal.  LT Mike0001 piloting his F4F-4 Wildcat shot down 6 enemy pilots and helped his fellow pilots shoot down 4 more enemy pilots. LT Mike0001 then continued to patrol the skies above A48 until the attacks had ceased and landed his Wildcat safely. LT Mike0001 becomes the first Excalibur Ace in an FSO Event.

Be it known, that on this date 24th April 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Mike0001 with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.



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Commander Bwaa

Be it known, that on this date 30th November, 2007 the Rook Navy Combat Action Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant Junior Grade Bwaa with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and  a  Grateful  Rook Nation for Combat Actions covered under the Secrecy Act that can not be revealed here in.


Be it known, that on this date 6th December, 2007 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Junior Grade Bwaa  for achieving a rank of 21st in a Vehicle during Tour 94.

Be it known, that on this date 19th December 2007 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant Junior Grade Bwaa with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Rook Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Okinawa Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation. This was performed in the month of December 2007. This is his first award. Lieutenant Junior Grade Bwaa was recommended for this award by Lieutenant Onedive and Approved by Commander Ruger44.

Be it known, that on this date 27th March 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Bwaa with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

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Commander Pondhopr

Be it known, that on this date 19th December 2007 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant Junior Grade Pondhopr with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Rook Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Okinawa Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation. This was performed in the month of December 2007. This is his first award. Lieutenant Junior Grade Pondhopr was recommended for this award by Lieutenant Onedive and Approved by Commander Ruger44.

Be it known, that on this date 4th January, 2008 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Junior Grade Pondhopr  for achieving a rank of  16th overall and 25th in Attack during Tour 95.

Be it known, that on this date 4th June 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Commander Pondhopr with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

Be it known that on this date 21st December 2008 Commander Pondhopr has been awarded the Air Medal for his Gallantry in action while escorting  formations of B-26's flown by the Bomber Squadron of the Aces & 8's during the FSO "A Long December". Commander Pondhopr was a key factor in protecting the B-26's allowing them to get to and destroy their intended target.

    Recommended and presented by XO Captain Marshal

     Approved by CO Rear Admiral Ruger44


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Lieutenant grZombie

Be it known, that on this date 10th January, 2008 the Rook Navy Legion of Merit was awarded to Lieutenant Junior Grade grZombie. Lieutenant Junior Grade grZombie is receiving this medal for his outstanding service to the VFA-169 Exclaiburs and Rook Nation with thanks from his Commanding Officer Ruger44, and a grateful Rook Nation.

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Lieutenant Commander Spammer

Be it known, that on this date 1st April 2008 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Ensign Spammer with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Allied Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Aleutians - 1000 Miles of War, Ice and Fog Friday Night Operations. While he escorted B-25's and defended an air base he had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation.

Be it known, that on this date 4th June 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Spammer with thanks from his Commanding Officer Captain Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.


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Lieutenant Twsted35




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Lieutenant Slowtoad

Be it known, that on this date 1st April, 2008 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Junior Grade Slowtoad for achieving a rank of  10th in a Vehicle during Tour 98.

Be it known, that on this date 2nd October, 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Slowtoad with thanks from his Commanding Officer Rear Admiral Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.


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Lieutenant Einhorn

Be it known, that on this date 1st July, 2008 the Rook Navy Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Junior Grade Einhorn  for achieving a rank of 11th in Fighter during Tour 101 in the Early War Arena.

Be it known, that on this date 2nd October, 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Einhorn with thanks from his Commanding Officer Rear Admiral Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

Be it known that on this date 23rd December 2008 Lieutenant Einhorn has been awarded the Combat Action Ribbon for his relentless effort and master gunnery during Heavy Metal Sunday. Lieutenant Einhorn received enemy tank rounds and returned fire to try and hold an important piece of real estate with no regard for his own safety.
    Recommended by HMS Staff  CDR 4440 and SheGotYa
    Approved and presented by CO Rear Admiral Ruger44



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Lieutenant  FlyinJay

Be it known, that on this date 2nd October, 2008 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to Lieutenant FlyinJay with thanks from his Commanding Officer, and a Grateful Axis Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Dogs of War Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation.

Be it known, that on this date 2nd October, 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant FlyinJay with thanks from his Commanding Officer Rear Admiral Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

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Lieutenant  Asp

Be it known, that on this date 2nd October, 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant ASP4422 with thanks from his Commanding Officer Rear Admiral Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

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Lieutenant Ambush

Be it known, that on this date 1st July, 2008 the Rook Navy “E” Ribbon was awarded to LTJG Ambush with thanks from the VFA-169 Excaliburs and a Grateful Axis Nation for his outstanding action while serving in the Guadalcanal : The Green Hell Friday Night Operations. He had received enemy fire and had to return fire in order to survive the operation.

Be it known, that on this date 2nd October, 2008 the Rook Navy Good Conduct Medal was awarded to Lieutenant Ambush with thanks from his Commanding Officer Rear Admiral Ruger44 and a Grateful Rook Nation for his Six Months of outstanding service while serving with the VFA-169 Excaliburs.

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Lieutenant Junior Grade Valkyrie

Be it known that on this date 23rd December 2008 Ensign Valkyrie has been awarded the Combat Action Ribbon for his relentless effort and master gunnery during Heavy Metal Sunday. Ensign Valkyrie received enemy tank rounds and returned fire to try and hold an important piece of real estate with no regard for his own safety.
    Recommended by HMS Staff  CDR 4440 and SheGotYa
    Approved and presented by CO Rear Admiral Ruger44





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