Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) Command Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey Ulmer by order of the governor receives the Georgia Legion of Merit Medal from GSDF Brig. Gen. Dennis Watts, Commanding General, Ellenwood Readiness Center, Ellenwood, Ga., Feb. 8, 2026.
The medal was presented “for exceptionally meritorious service from March 2011 to Nov. 2025. Since the founding of the 76th Support Brigade, Command Sgt. Maj. Ulmer has exemplified honor and distinction in his role. His dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the development and welfare of his Soldiers were critical to mission success.”
The GSDF is a component of the Georgia Department of Defense, along with the Georgia Air National Guard and Georgia Army National Guard.
(Georgia State Defense Force photo by Chief Warrant Officer 3 Alexander Davidson)