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Wisconsin Army National Guard recognizes Arizona teen who saved Soldier’s life

1st Sgt. Clint Vervoren, senior enlisted leader of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 135th Medical Company Area Support, explains why Arizona teen Laya Jackson was recognized with the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs Meritorious Service Medal at Mesa Fire Station 201 in Mesa, Arizona, Aug.

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1st Sgt. Clint Vervoren, senior enlisted leader of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 135th Medical Company Area Support, explains why Arizona teen Laya Jackson was recognized with the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs Meritorious Service Medal at Mesa Fire Station 201 in Mesa, Arizona, Aug. 18, 2026. Jackson performed lifesaving CPR on Vervoren after his heart stopped while he was exercising during a family vacation in Arizona in June. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Alex Soliday)

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