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Ensure our families are provided with all the tools necessary to overcome any challenges they may face and let them know they are never alone in the fight!

09/27/2026

Please join us in honoring all Gold Star Mothers and Families today. Our hearts are with you. Always remembered, never forgotten.

09/18/2026

POW/MIA Recognition Day

We remember those who were captured.
We remember those who never returned.

And we remember the families who have carried the weight of the unknown for decades.

Today, we pause to recognize the service members who endured captivity and those who remain missing from our ranks. Their sacrifice is woven into the history of our nation and the legacy of those who continue to serve.

We remember. We honor. You are not forgotten.

09/16/2026

Today, we remember and honor ET2(EOD) David S. Roddy, whose name is engraved on the Navy Special Operations Memorial Pillars alongside his brothers who were killed in the performance of their duties.

ET2 David S. Roddy enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1999. Following “A” School, he was assigned to the USS Juneau (LPD 10) in Sasebo, Japan, where he earned his Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist (ESWS) qualification and was named the 2002 Sailor of the Year.

ET2 Roddy later graduated from NAVSCOLEOD and reported to EODMU2 in Little Creek, VA. Known for his skill and drive, he excelled in communications, small arms, navigation, and helicopter rope suspension training. Assigned to DET 20, ET2 Roddy quickly built a reputation for his dedication and skill as a Navy EOD technician.

On September 16, 2006, Roddy was tragically killed in action in Haditha, Iraq, while attempting to dismantle a bomb in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His actions were instrumental in saving the lives of countless soldiers, sailors, and Marines in Al Anbar province. He is remembered for his bravery, dedication, and selflessness, both as a serviceman and as a family man.

ET2 Roddy’s legacy is one of sacrifice and perseverance. After recovering from significant injuries sustained earlier in his Navy career, he fulfilled his dream of becoming an EOD technician. A devoted husband and proud father of three, Roddy was deeply committed to both his mission and his family.

ET2 Roddy’s name will forever be honored, and his story will always be remembered.

Did you serve with or know ET2 Roddy?
We’d be honored to hear your stories and see your photos. Please feel free to share in the comments or message us to help preserve his legacy.

For more information or to support the project, proudly funded by Special Operations Foundaton visit www.NSOMemorial.org

09/11/2026

25 years ago today, the towers fell, the Pentagon burned, and thousands of Americans made a choice in that moment that would define the rest of their lives.

We remember the 3,000 lives lost that day. And we remember the ones who answered the call afterward, and are still answering it now.

Never forget.

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08/22/2026

Please join us in honoring and remembering our brave NSO warrior, EODC (EWS) Paul Darga who was killed in action on this day, August 22, 2006 in Iraq. We thank you for your ultimate sacrifice and you will Never be Forgotten! 🇺🇸

08/16/2026

Today, we remember and honor EOD1 Sean P. Carson, whose name is engraved on the Pillars alongside his brothers who were killed in the performance of their duties.

EOD1 Sean P. Carson joined the U.S. Navy in 1999. After serving at Fleet Readiness Center Southwest, Detachment Point Mugu, California, he began EOD training in 2007 and graduated as a Basic EOD Technician in January 2009. He was then assigned to EOD Mobile Unit THREE in San Diego, California.

EOD1 Carson deployed with Platoon 3-7-1 in support of NSW Squadron FIVE, serving in Iraq and Bahrain in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, New Dawn, and Enduring Freedom. He later served as an EOD Team Leader with Platoon 3-3-1 before selflessly volunteering to fill a critical manpower gap with Platoon 3-8-1 in Afghanistan. There, he supported NSW Squadron THREE and conducted combat operations alongside U.S. Army Special Forces, SEAL Team THREE, and Afghan National Army Commandos.

On August 16, 2012, EOD1 Carson was conducting combat operations in Afghanistan when the Black Hawk helicopter carrying him, two SEAL team members, and four U.S. Army aircrew members was shot down by enemy fire. Tragically, all seven service members aboard were killed.

EOD1 Carson’s awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal with Valor, Purple Heart, Combat Action Ribbon, two Navy Achievement Medals, four Good Conduct Medals, and numerous additional personal, unit, and campaign awards.

EOD1 Sean P. Carson’s name will forever be honored, and his story will always be remembered.

Did you serve with or know EOD1 Carson?�We would be honored to hear your stories and see your photos. Please share in the comments or message us to help preserve his legacy.

For more information or to support the project, proudly funded by , click the link in our bio or visit www.NSOMemorial.org.

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08/14/2026

NSOF is proud to support the EODGRU2 Family Day, an event we’ve been dedicated to for years!

Bringing families together and celebrating the strength of our community is at the heart of what we do.

And by popular demand, our much loved NSOF Flag T-shirt will be available for purchase, so be sure to stop by and grab yours while supplies last!

We look forward to another great day of fun, connection, and great memories! See you there!

08/12/2026

🚨 Registration closes August 17!

NSOF families, don’t miss your chance to join us for a FREE Great Wolf Lodge getaway!

Sept 19th - Sept 20th
Anaheim, CA & Williamsburg, VA.

Enjoy one night and two days of family fun, connection, and time together.

Space is limited, so be sure to register by August 17! 🐺💙⚓

This opportunity is exclusively for:
✔️ Current & former Navy EOD and Navy Divers
✔️ Active duty members in direct NSO support roles
✔️ Their legal dependents
⭐ Priority goes to Gold Star families, Combat Wounded Warrior families, and those deploying or recently returned

👉 REGISTER NOW: https://form.jotform.com/261825597674170

08/06/2026

Today, we remember and honor EODC Nicholas H. Null and EODCS Kraig M. K. Vickers, whose names are engraved on the Pillars alongside their brothers who were killed in the performance of their duties.

On August 6, 2011, EODC Null and EODCS Vickers were among the 30 Americans killed when their CH-47 Chinook helicopter, call sign "Extortion 17," was shot down during combat operations in Wardak Province, Afghanistan. The aircraft was carrying U.S. special operations forces on a mission to reinforce troops engaged with enemy forces during the Global War on Terrorism.

EODC NULL
EODC Nicholas H. Null enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 2000 and later earned his qualification as a Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician. Following assignments with EODMU6 and EODMU2, he completed multiple combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, where he rendered safe improvised explosive devices and led critical EOD operations. His expertise and leadership earned him selection to the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (NSWDG), where he conducted direct action missions in support of special operations forces.

His awards and decorations include two Bronze Star Medals with Valor, the Purple Heart, and numerous additional personal and unit awards.

EODCS VICKERS
EODCS Kraig M. K. Vickers enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1996 and became a Navy EOD Technician in 1998. After assignments with EODMU5, EODMU8, and EODMU3, he joined the Naval Special Warfare Development Group in 2005. Throughout his career, Vickers deployed multiple times in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, serving with distinction on direct action missions alongside special operations forces.

His awards and decorations include the Silver Star, three Bronze Star Medals with Valor, the Purple Heart, and numerous additional personal and unit awards.

EODC Null and EODCS Vickers' names will forever be honored, and their stories will always be remembered.

Did you serve with or know EODC Null or EODCS Vickers?
We would be honored to hear your stories and see your photos. Please share in the comments or message us to help preserve their legacy.

For more information or to support the project, proudly funded by , click the link in our bio or visit www.NSOMemorial.org.

07/26/2026

Today, we remember and honor EN2 (SW/EOD) Edward A. Koth, whose name is engraved on the Pillars alongside his brothers who were killed in the performance of their duties.

EN2 (SW/EOD) Edward A. Koth enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1999 and later reported to Naval Special Clearance Team ONE, where he began his journey as a Navy EOD Technician. After graduating from NAVSCOLEOD in 2004, he was assigned to EODMU8)in Sigonella, Sicily, completing two combat deployments to the Middle East.

While assigned to EODMU8, EN2 Koth forward-deployed to Camp Liberty, Iraq, in support of Task Force Troy, where he cleared more than 2,300 kilometers of main and alternate supply routes, helping ensure the safe movement of coalition forces. He also played a vital role in the discovery and safe rendering of the largest cache of explosive formed projectiles captured during the conflict.

On July 26, 2006, while conducting combat operations in Baghdad, Iraq, EN2 Koth was rendering safe a 155mm artillery shell that had been converted into an improvised explosive device. During the operation, the device detonated, and EN2 Koth was tragically killed in action.

His actions saved countless lives, and he is remembered for his courage, technical expertise, and commitment to protecting others.

His awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart, Combat Action Ribbon, and numerous campaign and service medals recognizing his valor and sacrifice.

EN2 (SW/EOD) Edward A. Koth’s name will forever be honored, and his story will always be remembered.

Did you serve with or know EN2 Koth?�We would be honored to hear your stories and see your photos. Please share in the comments or message us to help preserve his legacy.

For more information or to support the project, proudly funded by , click the link in our bio or visit www.NSOMemorial.org.

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