BG James "Krazee" Foster Lifetime Achievement Medal

The Brigadier General James "Krazee" Foster Lifetime Achievement Medal is of the highest decoration awarded to 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment members for significant real life contributions to the Regiment. The medal was commissioned in 2012 after the passing of its namesake, BG James Foster. The medal is awarded alongside the CSM Ronnie "Coldblud" Bussey Lifetime Achievement Medal.

Introduction

The award was created in honor of BG Krazee for his extensive work developing the S1 department, and rules and procedures in the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment.

History of the Awards Namesake

Brigaider General James Foster enlisted in the 7th Cavalry Gaming Regiment in January 2008. Upon completion of basic training, he was assigned as an infantryman in A/1-7 CAV and then A/2-7 CAV. He was quickly promoted to become a non-commissioned Officer. In June 2008 he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant of Infantry, and assigned to 1st Platoon B/2-7 CAV. His leadership ability was again recognized and by August of 2008 he was assigned as a Company Commander. In 2009 he was promoted Colonel and assigned Chief of Staff Regimental Headquarters (CoS Regt HQ).

Real Life Service

James Foster served with the United States Army for 6 years, retiring in 2005.

Passing

COL Krazee passed away August 21st, 2009. He was posthumously promoted to Brigadier General in recognition of his significant contributions on August 28th, 2009.

Biography

In his original MILPACS biography, General K

At the time, the 7th Cavalry was much smaller and largely played Call of Duty. Later in 2008, the 7th Cavalry would adopt Arma, and rapidly grow. This major increase in personnel