Sgt. 1st Class Jacob McElyea, of West Frankfort, Illinois, who chose to hip pocket his commission, received the Leadership Award and the Erickson Award, which is presented to the new lieutenant who signifies distinguished leadership and academic ability.
200823-A-YR062-3418.JPG Photo By: Barbara Wilson, Illinois National Guard Public Affairs Office

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois - Sgt. 1st Class Jacob McElyea, of West Frankfort, Illinois, who chose to hip pocket his commission, received the Leadership Award and the Erickson Award, which is presented to the new lieutenant who signifies distinguished leadership and academic ability. As the Erickson Award recipient, McElyea is also the class distinguished honor graduate. Presenting the award is Col. Lenny Williams, of Dyer, Indiana, Commander, 129th Regiment (Regional Training Institute), Lt. Col. Jeffrey Fleming, of Evans, Georgia, Commander, 2nd Battalion 129th RTI and Maj. Kyle Scifert, of Elgin, Illinois, Commander, Illinois Army National Guard Officer Candidate School.


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