Michael Weimer
17th Sergeant Major of the US Army
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Michael R. Weimer (born c. 1971) is a United States Army soldier who has served as Sergeant Major of the Army since August 4, 2023.[2] He previously served as the command sergeant major at the United States Army Special Operations Command.[3]
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| Born | c. 1971 (age 54–55) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Service years | 1993–present |
| Rank | Sergeant Major of the Army |
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| Conflicts | War in Afghanistan Iraq War Operation Inherent Resolve |
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Education
Weimer is a graduate of Norwich University, where he was awarded a bachelor's degree in strategic studies and defense analysis.[3]
Military career
Weimer joined the United States Army in 1993, completed Special Forces Assessment and Selection in 1994, and earned his green beret in 1996 as a Special Forces weapons sergeant.[3][1][4] He has served with the 7th Special Forces Group. During his 19 years under United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC), he served as a Delta Force operator[5] and as USASOC’s operations (G3) sergeant major with tours in the United States Central Command and United States Southern Command areas of responsibility.[1]
On 13 August 2021, Weimer assumed responsibility as Command Sergeant Major, United States Army Special Operations Command, in the change of command ceremony for Lieutenant General Jonathan P. Braga.[6]
Awards
Weimer's awards include:
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Personal life
Weimer is married and has two children. One of his daughters is currently attending the United States Military Academy at West Point. [1]