Bobby Saxon
Encyclopedia
LTC Bobby Saxon is an Iraq War veteran and small business owner from Nicholson, Georgia. Bobby is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Georgia Army National Guard currently serving at the Pentagon as the Program Manager for the Enterprise Management Decision Support (EMDS) system. In addition to his 2005 deployment to Baghdad with the 3rd Infantry Division (United States), Bobby also represented the National Guard Bureau on three brief trips to Iraq and Afghanistan in 2004.
Bobby co-owns ABW Auto Insurance, a family owned property and casualty insurance agency, with his mother in Athens, GA. Bobby is also the owner of PC POWERUSER, a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software and consulting company.
Bobby attends Bethany United Methodist Church, is a member of the American Legion Post 56 in Jefferson, GA and a Life Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2872 as well as the AMVETS post 10, both located in Athens, GA.
. He is the eldest of three children. Bobby's family lived in Monroe, GA (Walton County
) at the time of his birth but settled in Watkinsville, GA (Oconee County
) in the early 70's. Bobby was very active in school and clubs in Oconee County and eventually served as President of his sophomore, junior, and senior classes at Oconee County High School
. Bobby also held leadership positions at the county, district and state level with 4-H
and was a three time state winner in 4-H competition. Bobby received several honors for his involvement in Future Farmers of America as well.
. Bobby's admission to NGCSU included entry in the ROTC Corp of Cadets and his introduction to life as a soldier. Bobby thrived in ROTC and was soon selected as the Outstanding Freshman Cadet (Frog of the Month) for November 1981. While a cadet at NGCSU, Bobby joined the Georgia Army National Guard
and attended Basic Training and Military Policeman Advanced Individual Training (AIT) in 1983. Bobby would later serve as a cadet Squad Leader before transferring to Georgia Southern University
(GSU) in the fall of 1984.
Bobby continued his ROTC training at GSU and served as the Marauder Company Commander during his senior year of ROTC. Bobby was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in March 1986. Bobby received his Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) in Management from Georgia Southern in 1987 and was named as a Distinguished Military Graduate.
Bobby is a graduate of the Field Artillery Officer, Basic and Advanced courses, the Combined Arms and Services Staff School (CAS3), and the CGSC Intermediate Level Education (ILE) course. Bobby is a 2009 graduate of the National Defense University
Advanced Management Program (AMP) and was named the AFCEA Distinguished Graduate as well as awarded his federal Chief Information Officer (CIO) certificate upon graduation.
Bobby ran a spirited underdog campaign against incumbent Representative Paul Broun. Despite being outspent 10-1 by the incumbent, Bobby amassed 39.3% of the general election vote. Bobby attributed his success in conservative northeast Georgia to his local roots and his conservative views on gun control, family planning, and government limitation.
Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Bobby voluntarily returned to active military service as a member of the Georgia Army National Guards 1st BN, 214th Field Artillery Regiment locatd in Elberton, GA.
Bobby was promoted to the rank of Major in 2004. Then Major Saxon served in brief assignments in Afghanistan as the Project Officer for JMARC for the National Guard Bureau. His home unit, the 3rd Infantry Division ROC, was mobilized to Iraq and there he served as the Battle Major for the 3rd Infantry Division in Baghdad. When his tour of duty in Iraq ended, Bobby was reassigned to the Army Operations Center located at the Pentagon, where he assisted the United States military’s effort to suppress terror worldwide. Currently, Lieutenant Colonel Saxon serves in dual military roles. First, at the Pentagon as the Program Manager for the Enterprise Management Decision Support (EMDS); and secondly as the Branch Chief for the IT Services and Support Branch for the Georgia Army National Guard CIO/G6 JFHQ.
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|Bronze Star Medal
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|Meritorious Service Medal
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|Army Commendation Medal (with oak leaf cluster)
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|Air Force Commendation Medal
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|Army Achievement Medal (with Silver oak leaf cluster)
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|Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (with 2 oak leaf clusters)
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|National Defense Service Medal
(with Service Star
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|Iraq Campaign Medal
(with Service Star
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|Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
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|Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
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|Armed Forces Reserve Medal
(with "M" device and award numeral "2")
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|Army Service Ribbon
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|Army Overseas Service Ribbon (with award numeral "2")
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|Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon (with award numeral "4")
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|GA National Guard Commendation Medal
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|GA National Guard Special Operations Ribbon
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|GA National Guard State Active Duty Ribbon
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|Army Superior Unit Award
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|Combat Action Badge
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|Basic Parachutist Badge
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|Air Assault Badge
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|Army Staff Identification Badge
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|3rd Infantry Division (United States) Combat Service Identification Badge
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|2 Overseas Service Bar
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|Physical Fitness Badge
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Bobby co-owns ABW Auto Insurance, a family owned property and casualty insurance agency, with his mother in Athens, GA. Bobby is also the owner of PC POWERUSER, a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software and consulting company.
Bobby attends Bethany United Methodist Church, is a member of the American Legion Post 56 in Jefferson, GA and a Life Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2872 as well as the AMVETS post 10, both located in Athens, GA.
Early life
Bobby Saxon was born in 1962 at Athens General Hospital in Athens, GeorgiaAthens, Georgia
Athens-Clarke County is a consolidated city–county in U.S. state of Georgia, in the northeastern part of the state, comprising the former City of Athens proper and Clarke County. The University of Georgia is located in this college town and is responsible for the initial growth of the city...
. He is the eldest of three children. Bobby's family lived in Monroe, GA (Walton County
Walton County, Georgia
Walton County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of 2009, the population was 87,311. The county seat is Monroe.This county is a part of the Atlanta Metropolitan Area ....
) at the time of his birth but settled in Watkinsville, GA (Oconee County
Oconee County, Georgia
Oconee County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. It was created on February 25, 1875. As of the 2000 census, the population was 26,225. Census estimates for 2007 show a population of 31,367...
) in the early 70's. Bobby was very active in school and clubs in Oconee County and eventually served as President of his sophomore, junior, and senior classes at Oconee County High School
Oconee County High School
Oconee County High School is a public secondary school located at 2721 Hog Mountain Road in Watkinsville, Georgia, USA. It is a public high school that hosts grades 9–12. Its mascot is the Warrior, and its colors are blue and white...
. Bobby also held leadership positions at the county, district and state level with 4-H
4-H
4-H in the United States is a youth organization administered by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture of the United States Department of Agriculture , with the mission of "engaging youth to reach their fullest potential while advancing the field of youth development." The name represents...
and was a three time state winner in 4-H competition. Bobby received several honors for his involvement in Future Farmers of America as well.
Education
Upon graduation from Oconee County High School in 1981, Bobby enrolled at North Georgia College & State University (NGCSU) in Dahlonega, GeorgiaDahlonega, Georgia
Dahlonega is a city in Lumpkin County, Georgia, United States, and is its county seat. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 5,242....
. Bobby's admission to NGCSU included entry in the ROTC Corp of Cadets and his introduction to life as a soldier. Bobby thrived in ROTC and was soon selected as the Outstanding Freshman Cadet (Frog of the Month) for November 1981. While a cadet at NGCSU, Bobby joined the Georgia Army National Guard
Georgia Army National Guard
The Georgia Army National Guard is the Army National Guard component of the Georgia National Guard, administratively part of the Georgia Department of Defense. It consists of more than 11,100 Citizen-Soldiers training in more than 79 hometown armories and regional facilities across the state...
and attended Basic Training and Military Policeman Advanced Individual Training (AIT) in 1983. Bobby would later serve as a cadet Squad Leader before transferring to Georgia Southern University
Georgia Southern University
Georgia Southern University is a national public university located on a campus in Statesboro, Georgia, USA. Founded in 1906, it is part of the University System of Georgia and is the largest center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia offering 117 academic majors in a comprehensive...
(GSU) in the fall of 1984.
Bobby continued his ROTC training at GSU and served as the Marauder Company Commander during his senior year of ROTC. Bobby was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in March 1986. Bobby received his Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) in Management from Georgia Southern in 1987 and was named as a Distinguished Military Graduate.
Bobby is a graduate of the Field Artillery Officer, Basic and Advanced courses, the Combined Arms and Services Staff School (CAS3), and the CGSC Intermediate Level Education (ILE) course. Bobby is a 2009 graduate of the National Defense University
National Defense University
The National Defense University is an institution of higher education funded by the United States Department of Defense, intended to facilitate high-level training, education, and the development of national security strategy. It is chartered by the Joint Chiefs of Staff, with Navy Vice Admiral...
Advanced Management Program (AMP) and was named the AFCEA Distinguished Graduate as well as awarded his federal Chief Information Officer (CIO) certificate upon graduation.
Politics
In August 2007, despite having no political experience, Bobby launched his 2008 campaign for U.S. Congress to represent Georgia's 10 Congressional District.Bobby ran a spirited underdog campaign against incumbent Representative Paul Broun. Despite being outspent 10-1 by the incumbent, Bobby amassed 39.3% of the general election vote. Bobby attributed his success in conservative northeast Georgia to his local roots and his conservative views on gun control, family planning, and government limitation.
Military service
Bobby, along with his brother SGM (R) Mark Saxon, entered the Georgia Army National Guard in 1983. Bobby began his military career as a Private First Class with the 178th Military Police Company based in Monroe, GA. Bobby remained a member of the Georgia Guard for a little over four years while he completed college and his ROTC training. Bobby left the Georgia Guard and entered active duty Army service in June 1987 upon graduation from GSU. Bobby was then assigned a student at Fort Sill, OK where he completed the Field Artillery Officer Basic Course and the Multiple Launch Rocket Course (MLRS) Cadre Course in 1987. Bobby was then assigned to the 5th BN, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment (8") in Giessen Germany as a Platoon Fire Direction Officer (FDO) with Alpha Battery. Bobby later served as a Platoon Leader for 2nd Platoon before being assigned as the Battalion's FDO. Bobby left active Army service in October 1990 and began his post military career as a technology sales consultant.Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Bobby voluntarily returned to active military service as a member of the Georgia Army National Guards 1st BN, 214th Field Artillery Regiment locatd in Elberton, GA.
Bobby was promoted to the rank of Major in 2004. Then Major Saxon served in brief assignments in Afghanistan as the Project Officer for JMARC for the National Guard Bureau. His home unit, the 3rd Infantry Division ROC, was mobilized to Iraq and there he served as the Battle Major for the 3rd Infantry Division in Baghdad. When his tour of duty in Iraq ended, Bobby was reassigned to the Army Operations Center located at the Pentagon, where he assisted the United States military’s effort to suppress terror worldwide. Currently, Lieutenant Colonel Saxon serves in dual military roles. First, at the Pentagon as the Program Manager for the Enterprise Management Decision Support (EMDS); and secondly as the Branch Chief for the IT Services and Support Branch for the Georgia Army National Guard CIO/G6 JFHQ.
Decorations and badges
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|Bronze Star Medal
Bronze Star Medal
The Bronze Star Medal is a United States Armed Forces individual military decoration that may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service. As a medal it is awarded for merit, and with the "V" for valor device it is awarded for heroism. It is the fourth-highest combat award of the...
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|Meritorious Service Medal
Meritorious Service Medal (United States)
The Meritorious Service Medal is a military decoration presented to members of the United States Armed Forces who distinguished themselves by outstanding meritorious achievement or service to the United States subsequent to January 16, 1969...
(with oak leaf cluster)
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|Army Commendation Medal (with oak leaf cluster)
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|Air Force Commendation Medal
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|Army Achievement Medal (with Silver oak leaf cluster)
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|Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (with 2 oak leaf clusters)
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|National Defense Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
The National Defense Service Medal is a military service medal of the United States military originally commissioned by President Dwight D. Eisenhower...
(with Service Star
Service star
A service star, also referred to as a battle star, campaign star, or engagement star, is an attachment to a United States military decoration which denotes participation in military campaigns or multiple bestowals of the same award. Service stars are typically issued for campaign medals, service...
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|Iraq Campaign Medal
Iraq Campaign Medal
The Iraq Campaign Medal is a military award of the United States armed forces which was created by Executive Order 13363 of President George W. Bush on November 29, 2004. The Iraq Campaign Medal was designed by the U.S. Army Institute of Heraldry....
(with Service Star
Service star
A service star, also referred to as a battle star, campaign star, or engagement star, is an attachment to a United States military decoration which denotes participation in military campaigns or multiple bestowals of the same award. Service stars are typically issued for campaign medals, service...
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|Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
The Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal is a United States armed forces military award created by George W. Bush on March 12, 2003 by Executive Order 13289. It recognizes those military service members who have deployed overseas in direct service to the War on Terror from September 11,...
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|Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
The Global War on Terrorism Service Medal is a military award of the United States military which was created by Executive Order 13289 of President George W. Bush on March 12, 2003...
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|Armed Forces Reserve Medal
Armed Forces Reserve Medal
The Armed Forces Reserve Medal is a military award of the United States Armed Forces that has existed since 1950. The medal recognizes service performed by the Reserve and National Guard forces of the United States of America....
(with "M" device and award numeral "2")
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|Army Service Ribbon
Army Service Ribbon
The Army Service Ribbon is a military decoration of the United States Army that was established by the Secretary of the Army on 10 April 1981 as announced in Department of the Army General Order 15, dated 10 October 1990....
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|Army Overseas Service Ribbon (with award numeral "2")
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|Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon (with award numeral "4")
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|GA National Guard Commendation Medal
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|GA National Guard Special Operations Ribbon
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|GA National Guard State Active Duty Ribbon
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|Army Superior Unit Award
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|Combat Action Badge
Combat Action Badge
The Combat Action Badge is a military badge worn in the U.S. Army. The emblem features both an M9 bayonet and M67 grenade. The Combat Action Badge may be awarded to any soldier after the date of September 18, 2001 performing duties in an area where hostile fire pay or imminent danger pay is...
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|Basic Parachutist Badge
Parachutist Badge (United States)
The Parachutist Badge, also commonly referred to as "Jump Wings" or "Snow Cone", is a military badge of the United States Armed Forces awarded to members of the United States Army, Air Force, Marine Corps and Navy...
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|Air Assault Badge
Air Assault Badge
The Air Assault Badge, pictured to the right, is awarded by the U.S. Army for successful completion of the Air Assault School, a two-week course. The course includes three phases of instruction involving U.S. Army rotary wing aircraft: combat air assault operations; rigging and slingload...
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|Army Staff Identification Badge
Army Staff Identification Badge
The Army Staff Identification Badge is a badge of the United States Army worn by personnel who serve at the Office of the Secretary of the Army and the Army Staff at Headquarters, Department of the Army and its agencies. Neither an award nor a decoration, the badge is a distinguishing emblem of...
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|3rd Infantry Division (United States) Combat Service Identification Badge
Combat Service Identification Badge
A United States Army Combat Service Identification Badge is a metal heraldic device worn on the right pocket of the new Army Service Uniform that uniquely identifies combat service with major U.S...
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|2 Overseas Service Bar
Overseas Service Bar
An Overseas Service Bar is an accoutrement of the United States Army dress uniform which is displayed as an embroidered gold bar worn horizontally on the right sleeve of the Class A uniform and the Army Service Uniform...
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|Physical Fitness Badge
Physical Fitness Badge
The United States Army Physical Fitness Badge is awarded to soldiers who obtain a score of 270 or higher, with a score of 90 or above in each event, on the 300-point scale of the Army Physical Fitness Test...
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