Global InformationBrian Chontosh information
Brian R. Chontosh | |
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 Capt Brian Chontosh receives his Navy Cross from the Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Michael Hagee | |
| Born | 1974 (age 49–50) Rochester, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | February 1993 - October 2013 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines |
| Battles/wars | Operation Iraqi Freedom *2003 invasion of Iraq *Operation Phantom Fury |
| Awards | Navy Cross Bronze Star x 2 with "V" |
Major Brian R. Chontosh (born 1974 in Rochester, New York) is a retired[citation needed] United States Marine Corps officer who was awarded the Navy Cross for his heroic actions during the 2003 Invasion of Iraq. At the time, he was a platoon commander for Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division.