Olson, Sven

Owned by Chandler Museum
Jun 10, 2022

“Enlisting in 1986 as a Private, I ascended to the field grade officer rank of Major. Service included training in Infantry, Engineers and Field Artillery. Highlights included a combat tour of duty in Iraq, commanding two different Field Artillery units, and serving at multiple US Embassies around the world!” -brief biography of military service submitted by Maj. Sven Olson

Awards, Medals, and Commendations: Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Global War on Terror Service Medal, Global War of Terror Expeditionary Medal, National Defense Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Reserve Component Achievement Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Overseas Training Ribbon, Oregon Superior Soldier Ribbon, Oregon Guard Faithful Service Ribbon, Arizona State Active Duty Ribbon, Arizona Community Service Ribbon, Arizona Long Service Ribbon, Arizona National Guard Service Ribbon