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Along with being a devoted Sikh, an immigrant from Punjab, and a dentist, he is also serving the U.S. military and has been since 2010. He decided to join the military as a means of giving back to the community and the U.S. while keeping up the traditions of Sikhism. Captain Rattan began his service […]

Along with being a devoted Sikh, an immigrant from Punjab, and a dentist, he is also serving the U.S. military and has been since 2010. He decided to join the military as a means of giving back to the community and the U.S. while keeping up the traditions of Sikhism.

Captain Rattan began his service as an Army dentist in Fort Drum after graduating from Fort Sam Houston. He graduated with an exemption from a uniform policy that has prevented Sikhs from enlisting since 1984. Captain Rattan was deployed to Afghanistan from March 2011 to October 2011 and served in the Southern part of the country at the Forward Operating Base.

Ever since his deployment to Afghanistan, Captain Rattan has been climbing the ranks in the U.S. Army. Firstly, he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and the Navy Medal in honor of his superior service to the U.S. in Afghanistan. Recently, Captain Rattan was awarded the prestigious MSM (Meritorious Service Medal) for his exceptional service.

In addition to receiving the MSM, we are very proud to announce that Captain Rattan has been selected for a promotion from Captain to Major.

Congratulations, Captain Rattan! The entire Sikh community is proud of your service and you will always be an inspiration–not only for our fellow Sikhs who wish to join the military in the future, but for all Sikhs.

~ Source – Portrait of Sikhs