Latino Valor Series Honors Captain Jennifer Moreno During Women’s History Month

Herndon, VA — In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Latino Valor video series has released a new episode honoring Captain Jennifer Moreno, a United States Army nurse and Ranger-qualified officer whose courage and sacrifice during the war in Afghanistan continue to inspire service members across the nation.

Captain Moreno, a proud Mexican-American from San Diego, California, dedicated her life to caring for others. After earning her nursing degree, she joined the U.S. Army Nurse Corps and volunteered to deploy with elite Special Operations forces as a flight nurse with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, known as the “Night Stalkers.”

Moreno distinguished herself through relentless training and extraordinary commitment to the soldiers she served beside. She even completed the demanding Army Ranger course, becoming one of the few women of her time to earn the coveted Ranger tab.

In October 2013, while responding to a mission to assist wounded Rangers in Afghanistan, Captain Moreno moved forward to treat injured soldiers in a hazardous area filled with improvised explosive devices. While carrying out her duty as a combat nurse, she was killed in action.

For her heroism and sacrifice, Captain Moreno was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart, among other honors.

Releasing this episode during Women’s History Month highlights the growing role of women in the United States Armed Forces and honors the many Latina service members whose dedication and courage have helped shape our nation’s military history.

The video is now available for public viewing – CLICK HERE

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Latino Valor is a storytelling video series dedicated to honoring the courage, sacrifice, and service of Latino Americans in the United States Armed Forces, preserving their legacy for future generations and ensuring their stories are never forgotten.

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