Senate Resolution No. 764
BY: Senator MARTINS
HONORING Staff Sergeant Carlos E. Gallo Jr. upon
the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by Great Neck North High School on May
22, 2025
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Staff Sergeant Carlos E. Gallo Jr. upon the occasion of his designation
for special recognition by Great Neck North High School at its Annual
Memorial Day event on Thursday, May 22, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Staff Sergeant Carlos E. Gallo Jr., a native of Great Neck,
New York, is deserving of special recognition by Great Neck North High
School for his dedication, bravery, and exemplary service to our nation;
and
WHEREAS, Born on October 14, 1994, Carlos E. Gallo Jr. attended
Great Neck North High School, where he was known for his sense of humor,
love of sports, and strong desire to serve his country; and
WHEREAS, After graduating high school, Carlos E. Gallo Jr. made the
noble decision to enlist in the United States Marine Corps, seeking
discipline, fulfillment, and adventure; and
WHEREAS, In May 2016, Carlos E. Gallo Jr. reported to Marine Corps
Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, where he successfully
completed the intense training of Marine Corps boot camp and earned the
title of United States Marine; and
WHEREAS, Following his graduation, Carlos E. Gallo Jr. was assigned
to the Aircrew pipeline and trained to become a Helicopter Door Gunner
on the CH-53E Super Stallion, the largest helicopter in the U.S.
military; and
WHEREAS, At his first duty station, Marine Corps Air Station New
River in Jacksonville, North Carolina, he served with Heavy Marine
Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464, where his commitment to excellence and
leadership quickly became evident; and
WHEREAS, In the spring of 2018, as a Lance Corporal, Carlos E. Gallo
Jr. played a critical role in desert training operations at Marine
Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, where he
was part of a crew that saved the lives of two Marines during a
live-fire exercise while on Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) Standby; and
WHEREAS, From May to November 2019, Carlos E. Gallo Jr. deployed
with the Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF) to Soto
Cano, Honduras, where he accumulated hundreds of flight hours and
contributed to the transport of troops, civilians, and supplies across
multiple countries in the Americas, including Colombia, Guatemala, Costa
Rica, Panama, and El Salvador, his father's native country; and
WHEREAS, In January 2020, Carlos E. Gallo Jr. was evaluated by
Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), the Marine
Corps' elite aviation training unit, and was certified as a Night
Systems Instructor (NSI), becoming a subject matter expert in advanced
tactics and the use of night vision goggles in low-light environments;
and
WHEREAS, Carlos E. Gallo Jr. continued to refine his skills and in
2021, he attended the highly selective and grueling Weapons and Tactics
Instructor (WTI) Course in Yuma, Arizona, where he earned the
prestigious Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) of 6177, Weapons and
Tactics Instructor (WTI), the highest qualification a Crew Chief can
achieve, demonstrating his exceptional expertise in aviation tactics,
techniques, and procedures; and
WHEREAS, Since achieving the WTI designation, Carlos E. Gallo Jr.
has been at the forefront of Marine Corps aviation, playing a key role
in supporting critical missions, deployments, and training exercises
worldwide; and
WHEREAS, Today, Staff Sergeant Carlos E. Gallo Jr. serves as an
instructor at Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1)
in Yuma, Arizona, where he mentors and evaluates the Marine Corps'
finest aircrew, ensuring the continued excellence of our nation's
military aviation forces; and
WHEREAS, For his outstanding service and dedication to duty, Staff
Sergeant Carlos E. Gallo Jr. has been awarded the following decorations:
two Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, one Navy and Marine Corps
Achievement Medal, a Meritorious Unit Citation, two Good Conduct Medals,
a National Defense Service Medal, a Global War on Terrorism Service
Medal, and a Sea Service Deployment Ribbon; and
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
extend its heartfelt congratulations and recognition to Staff Sergeant
Carlos E. Gallo Jr. upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by Great Neck North High School, and to commend him for his
exemplary service, dedication, and contributions to the United States
Marine Corps and our nation; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Staff Sergeant Carlos E. Gallo Jr.
