In October 2001 , he enlisted in New York Army National Guard in response to the September 11 attacks . From March 2008 until December 2008 , he served in the War in Afghanistan where his mission was to serve as a combat mentor/advisor to the Afghan National Police in Kandahar City , the second-largest city in Afghanistan . In recognition of his service , he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal , Army Commendation Medal , Afghanistan Campaign Medal , and the Combat Infantryman 's Badge He achieved the rank of first lieutenant
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Robert Ortt