Staff Sergeant Dana Ogle

On Sept. 11th, Staff Sergeant Dana Ogle had just finished her shift in the Intelligence section of the Headquarters Marine Corps when the terrorists struck. She was the first enlisted Marine back on duty when it was unknown if more terror attacks would take place. Disregarding her own safety, she ensured the Intelligence Analyst section was up and running in less than 2 hours after the assault on the Pentagon. In response to the attacks, the Intel section expanded from seven to 24 people and it was her duty to get the newly assigned "up to speed" and assimilated into two 24-hour watch teams. Staff Sgt. Ogle then became a watch team NCO. She remained on 24-hour duty for a week straight, and refused to leave until ordered to get some rest. She continued to work for several months without taking any time off, putting in long hours and extra effort. Her calm demeanor, precise analytical skills, and good humor during the tense and developing situation contributed immeasurably to the section's smooth operation. Staff Sgt. Ogle personifies the spirit, leadership and dedication it takes to be a Marine. Semper Fi.