Zach McIlwain | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | Zachary Paul McIlwain June 6, 1986 Muncie, Indiana |
| Political party | Republican |
| Alma mater | Ball State University |
| Awards | Army Commendation Medal (V-Device & 3 Oak Leaf Clusters) Army Achievement Medal (3 Oak Leaf Clusters) Army Good Conduct Medal (2) Iraq Campaign Medal (4 Campaign Stars) National Defense Service Medal Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal Army Overseas Service Ribbon (4) Combat Infantryman Badge |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 2005–2013 |
| Rank | Staff Sergeant |
| Unit | 2-1 Infantry 172nd SBCT / 1-24 Infantry 1-25 SBCT "Deuce Four" |
Zachary Paul McIlwain (born June 6, 1986) is a National Veteran Advocate, Congressional Advisor, and veteran of the United States Army and the Iraq War. McIlwain has made multiple appearances on national television and other national media sources as an advocate trying to raise awareness on the issues currently facing veterans. He currently works with Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Members of Congress, and other Veteran and Military Service Organizations focused on military and veteran affairs.[1]