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Soldiers promoted and honoured for heroic border defence
Kaieteur News- Six members of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) were formally honoured with the Border Defence Medal Class One and elevated in rank for their courageous actions during a hostile encounter along the Cuyuni River earlier this year.
The award which was conferred by President Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, recognises their exceptional bravery, tactical discipline, and commitment to the defence of Guyana’s territorial integrity.
The six awardees and their colleagues following the decoration ceremony held at the Colonel Ulric Pilgrim Officer Cadet School Drill Square (GDF photo)
The decoration ceremony was held at the Colonel Ulric Pilgrim Officer Cadet School Drill Square, where Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan, MSS, presented the medals and new badges of rank in the presence of Officers and Ranks.
The honoured ranks, Lieutenant Ansel Murray, Staff Sergeants Andre Fraser and Kevon Davis, Sergeant Kevin Henery, Corporal Troy Yorrick, and Lance Corporal Ezra Samuels, were part of a six-man patrol from the 1 Infantry Battalion conducting a resupply mission on February 17, 2025, when they came under unprovoked fire from armed men positioned on the Venezuelan bank of the Cuyuni River.
Despite being wounded, the patrol returned fire with courage and tactical precision. Their actions not only saved lives but demonstrated the highest standards of military professionalism under duress. They were evacuated the following day for medical attention.
In a statement posted on its Facebook page, the GDF said that Brigadier Khan commended the men for their combat instinct, discipline, and steadfast resolve under fire. He emphasised that the honours conferred reflect not only their heroic actions but also the critical importance of preserving life in the theatre of danger.
“These soldiers exemplify what it means to love and serve one’s country,” Brigadier Khan stated. “Their response was not just brave, it was deliberate, trained, and driven by duty. Their actions inspire confidence across the Force.”
He further noted that the engagement is one of several recent incidents along the border, and the men’s performance highlights the importance of vigilance, preparedness, and tactical proficiency in protecting Guyana’s sovereignty.
The Border Defence Medal Class One is awarded to members of the disciplinary services who have engaged directly in hostilities in defence of the nation. The award stands as a symbol of national appreciation for the sacrifices made by those who serve under threat, and with distinction.
The ceremony was a solemn and powerful reminder that even in the face of danger, the Guyana Defence Force remains resilient, prepared, and proudly committed to the defence of the motherland, the GDF said.
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