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===Enlistment and 1st Battalion Service===
===Enlistment and 1st Battalion Service===


Brian Britton enlisted in the 7th Cavalry on the 26th of May, 2016. Britton would complete boot camp on the 28th of May with perfect scores, earning him the honor of being named as honor graduate. Britton would then transfer to the training unit to become a combat engineer within Charlie Company, 1st Battalion and would be fully transferred in July, 2016. Britton would attain the rank of specialist shortly after his assignment.  
Brian Britton enlisted in the 7th Cavalry on the 26th of May, 2016, completing boot camp on the 28th of May with perfect scores, which earned him the honor of being named as honor graduate. Britton would then transfer to the training unit to become a combat engineer within Charlie Company, 1st Battalion and would be fully transferred in July, 2016. Britton attained the rank of specialist shortly after his assignment.  


Britton would earn his first medal during Operation Black Gold in which he provided accurate firing support for an advancing element. Britton's actions were key in the success of the mission. For his skill in the field, he was awarded the army commendation medal.
Britton eared his first medal during Operation Black Gold in which he provided accurate firing support for an advancing element. Britton's actions were key in the success of the mission and for his skill in the field, he was awarded the army commendation medal.


On the 12th of May, 2017, Britton would transfer to the airborne infantry specialty and complete an additional 8 operations within the next 6 months. In this time Britton would be awarded with the Purple Heart, Joint Service Commendation Medal, and the Joint Meritorious Unit Citation.  
On the 12th of May, 2017, Britton transferred to the airborne infantry specialty and completed an additional 8 operations within the next 6 months. In this time, Britton would be awarded with the Purple Heart, Joint Service Commendation Medal, and the Joint Meritorious Unit Citation.  


On January 5th, 2018, Britton transferred to the general infantry. In this time, Britton would complete the Non Commissioned Officer Academy course, allowing him to reach his highest attained rank of Corporal. Britton would complete 2 more operations before discharging on the 24th of September, 2018.
On January 5th, 2018, Britton transferred to general infantry. In this time, Britton completed the Non Commissioned Officer Academy course, allowing him to reach his highest attained rank of Corporal. Britton completed 2 more operations before discharging on the 24th of September, 2018.


===Return and 2nd Battalion Service===
===Return and 2nd Battalion Service===


Britton would fully return to the 7th Cavalry on the 28th of February, 2020 upon the announcement of the War Thunder starter platoon. Britton would distinguish himself in the starter platoon, attaining a leadership role within the platoon. To his troopers, Britton's section practices would be known as "The Battles of Britton" earning him the nickname of "Britian".
Britton fully returned to the 7th Cavalry on the 28th of February, 2020 upon the announcement of the War Thunder starter platoon. Britton distinguished himself in the starter platoon, attaining a leadership role within the platoon. To his troopers, Britton's section practices were known as "The Battles of Britton" earning him the nickname of "Britain".  
 
Despite Britton's best efforts and the efforts of others, the War Thunder platoon was shut down in June of 2020. Britton would then transfer to the Hell Let Loose area of operations where he would remain for the rest of his 7th Cavalry career.  


Brian Britton passed away on September 2nd, 2020.
Despite Britton's best efforts and the efforts of others, the War Thunder platoon was shut down in June of 2020. Britton then transferred to the Hell Let Loose area of operations where he remained for the rest of his 7th Cavalry career until his passing on September 2nd, 2020.


==Legacy==
==Legacy==

Latest revision as of 15:45, 9 August 2021

Brian Britton
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Born August 1, 1997
Passed September 2, 2020 (aged 23)
Positions Held Combat Engineer (ARMA), Airborne Infantryman (ARMA), Starter Platoon Development (War Thunder), Infantryman (Hell Let Loose)
Time of Service May 21, 2016 - September 2, 2020
Rank Corporal
Unit 1st Squad, 2nd Platoon, Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Cavalry
Awards Purple Heart, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Superior Unit Award
Chief of Staff:
Adjutant General:
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IMO Commander:
Command Sergeant-Major:
The Hell Let Loose Community is the greatest Community I've ever seen, and that is where I want to be.
—Corporal Brian Britton

Brian "Britain" Britton (August 1, 1997 - September 2, 2020) was a member of the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment. Britton served with distinction in multiple positions in the 7th Cavalry, which include specialties in combat engineering, airborne infantry, and ground infantry. Britton additionally engaged in different games supported by the 7th Cavalry, such as ARMA III, War Thunder (as a starter platoon), and Hell Let Loose.

7th Cavalry Career

Enlistment and 1st Battalion Service

Brian Britton enlisted in the 7th Cavalry on the 26th of May, 2016, completing boot camp on the 28th of May with perfect scores, which earned him the honor of being named as honor graduate. Britton would then transfer to the training unit to become a combat engineer within Charlie Company, 1st Battalion and would be fully transferred in July, 2016. Britton attained the rank of specialist shortly after his assignment.

Britton eared his first medal during Operation Black Gold in which he provided accurate firing support for an advancing element. Britton's actions were key in the success of the mission and for his skill in the field, he was awarded the army commendation medal.

On the 12th of May, 2017, Britton transferred to the airborne infantry specialty and completed an additional 8 operations within the next 6 months. In this time, Britton would be awarded with the Purple Heart, Joint Service Commendation Medal, and the Joint Meritorious Unit Citation.

On January 5th, 2018, Britton transferred to general infantry. In this time, Britton completed the Non Commissioned Officer Academy course, allowing him to reach his highest attained rank of Corporal. Britton completed 2 more operations before discharging on the 24th of September, 2018.

Return and 2nd Battalion Service

Britton fully returned to the 7th Cavalry on the 28th of February, 2020 upon the announcement of the War Thunder starter platoon. Britton distinguished himself in the starter platoon, attaining a leadership role within the platoon. To his troopers, Britton's section practices were known as "The Battles of Britton" earning him the nickname of "Britain".

Despite Britton's best efforts and the efforts of others, the War Thunder platoon was shut down in June of 2020. Britton then transferred to the Hell Let Loose area of operations where he remained for the rest of his 7th Cavalry career until his passing on September 2nd, 2020.

Legacy

Britton is remembered among his platoon staff and his troopers as an active and enthusiastic trooper and section leader, dedicated to his billets to which he served with the best of his ability. Britton's impact is felt with his relationships within First Battalion and Second Battalion, as well as the support departments, and command staff of the 7th Cavalry. In honor of their fallen member, Britton was memorialized with full honors by the Hell Let Loose community of the 7th Cavalry on the 5th of September, 2020 in the ingame church of St. Mere Eglise.

Awards and Decorations

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1st Row Purple Heart Joint Service Commendation Medal Army Commendation Medal
2nd Row Good Conduct Medal W/ 1st Bronze Knot Donation Ribbon Honor Graduate Ribbon
3rd Row Army Service Ribbon United Nations Service Ribbon Overseas Service Ribbon
Unit Citations Joint Meritorious Unit Award Superior Unit Award
Qualification Badges Rifle Expert Grenade Expert
Infantry Badge Combat Infantry Badge 3
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