Act of courage

Master Sgt. Cameron Engleman is presented an Air Force Commendation Medal by Col. Brian Hastings, 47th Flying Training Wing commander at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 25, 2015. Engleman's medal citation reads: Master Sergeant Cameron T. Engleman distinguished himself by an act of courage while assigned to the 47th Civil Engineer Squadron, 47th Mission Support Group, 47th Flying Training Wing, Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. On that date and while off-duty, Sergeant Engleman instinctively rushed to the medical aid of a 35-year-old male active duty member who collapsed in the fitness center while playing basketball. His initial assessment determined the unconscious patient had no pulse and was not breathing. He immediately directed bystanders to call 911 and retrieve the facility's automated external defibrillator. Additionally, Sergeant Engleman initiated the administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, providing three sets of chest compressions and delivering vital oxygen to the patient's organs. Furthermore, he guided the set-up and application of the automated external defibrillator, delivering one shock to the victim. Immediately following the shock, he performed a secondary assessment, in which the patient had regained circulation and started breathing. Moreover, Sergeant Engleman led seven fire emergency service first responders. Upon arrival, he then directed the advanced life support personnel for patient stabilization and transport to the nearest emergency medical facility. His unselfish actions directly contributed to aborting cardiac death and saving an Airman's life. By his prompt action and humanitarian regard for his fellowman, Sergeant Engleman has reflected credit upon himself and the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Doty)

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Act of courage

Tech. Sgt. Patrick Ogborn is presented an Air Force Commendation Medal by Col. Brian Hastings, 47th Flying Training Wing commander at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 25, 2015. Ogborn's medal citation reads: Technical Sergeant Patrick L. Ogborn distinguished himself by an act of courage while assigned to the 47th Civil Engineer Squadron, 47th Mission Support Group, 47th Flying Training Wing, Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. On that date and while off-duty, Sergeant Ogborn rushed to the medical aid of a 35-year-old male active duty member who had collapsed in the fitness center while playing basketball. His initial assessment determined the unconscious patient had no pulse and was not breathing. He immediately assisted with the administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, providing three sets of artificial ventilation and mouth-to-mouth breathing, delivering vital oxygen to the patient's lungs. Furthermore, Sergeant Ogborn aided in the prompt set-up and application of the automated external defibrillator, which assessed the patient as needing one shock. After the shock was delivered, the patient regained circulation and started breathing. He then assisted with patient monitoring, stabilization and transfer to fire emergency services and advanced life support personnel for prompt transport to the nearest medical facility. Sergeant Ogborn's unselfish and immediate measures directly contributed to aborting cardiac death and saving an Airman's life. By his prompt action and humanitarian regard for his fellowman, Sergeant Ogborn has reflected credit upon himself and the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Steven Doty)

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Laughlin CE Airmen recognized for unselfish courage

Published Feb. 26, 2015
By Staff Sgt. Steven R. Doty
47th Flying Training Wing

Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas --

Col. Brian Hastings, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, presented Air Force Commendation Medal's to Master Sgt. Cameron Engleman, 47th Civil Engineer Squadron deputy fire chief, and Technical Sgt. Patrick L. Ogborn, (first Oak Leaf Cluster),47th Civil Engineer Squadron NCO in-charge of fire prevention, for their unselfish and immediate measures that directly contributed to aborting cardiac death and saving an Airman's life.

The Air Force Commendation Medal was established March 28, 1958, and may be awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States below the grade of brigadier general who, while serving in any capacity with the Air Force, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service not of a sufficient nature to justify a higher award.

Act of courage

Act of courage