Marine Corps Capt. Frank Diorio

Marine Corps Capt. Frank Diorio
On April 11, 2005, insurgents launched an attack against the Camp Gannon base in Husaybah, Iraq. As the enemy fighters unleashed small-arms fire, grenades and vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices, Capt. Diorio controlled the situation for the base. His quick reactions and sound decisions enabled his company to fend off the insurgents, inflicting a high number of casualties on the enemy. After the attack, Diorio had improved defenses built to better protect from future attacks. He also led offensive operations that disrupted the enemy in Husaybah. In all, the captain led his company in more than 275 engagements. On March 13, 2006, Diorio was awarded the Bronze Star Medal.