Christopher Morago

Ret. Master Sgt. Christopher Morago began his Army career in March 1996. Morago has been awarded numerous awards throughout his career to include Army Commendation Medals, Army Achievement Medals, Army Good Conduct Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Medal. He is Air Assault qualified and has also earned the German Gafette Badge. In addition, he has received 18 challenge coins from senior leaders in recognition of his performance and commitment to Army standards of excellence. Morago has been dedicated to training and mentoring Soldiers and has supported multiple missions throughout his career, including Operation Iraqi Freedom and the COVID-19 response mission. Despite his injuries and health challenges to include post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury, Morago stays focused on moving forward, encouraging others to never accept defeat. One of his favorite activities is riding the recumbent bike. “It makes me feel alive,” he said. His message is simple: live each day with purpose, because tomorrow is not guaranteed.