Mark Mayo to be awarded NMCM
We got news last night that Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Mark Mayo will be awarded the Navy-Marine Corps Medal for his actions on March 24 which saved the life of at least one fellow sailor when he put himself between gunman Jeffrey Savage and another sailor taking the bullet himself at Naval Station Norfolk aboard the USS Mahan.
Military decorations expert Doug Sterner said the medal is among the rarest given by the Navy. Sterner estimates that it has only been awarded between 5,000 and 10,000 times, though an exact number is difficult to pin down.
Mayo, a native of Hagerstown, Md., served seven years in the Navy. The Navy held a memorial service at Naval Station Norfolk on April 7, which was attended by his command, as well as sailors and officers from the Mahan.
According to the Navy Times, he will receive the award when he buried Friday. I can’t think of anyone who deserves it more.
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Rest in peace. We won’t forget your sacrifice. You were a true shipmate.
“No greater love than this, that a man give his life for another.” — John 15:13.
Rest easy, sailor. May you have fair winds and following seas.
MAJMike…Thank you Sir. Best sentiment I could think of. Rest in peace young brother.
Rest In Peace, Fallen Warrior.
Rest your oars Shipmate. Fair winds and following seas.
This young man epitomizes the very best that not only the US Navy and the military has to offer, but he exemplifies the very best of this country. My heart bleeds for his family. May they find some small comfort knowing that Mark Mayo has our highest respect and gratitude. To them I can only say, “Thank you for sharing him with us for a while.”
Well Said. My feelings as well
Rest in Peace, Sailor. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
Yes, the best of the Navy. I salute you sir.
Peace be with your family.
God bless you Sailor.
Fair winds and following seas….