He completed his basic training from October 2002- Dec of 2002 from Fort Benning, GA. He completed his (AIT) Advanced individual training and earning the Military Occupational Speciality of 25C,Radio Operator/Maintainer, and assigned to the unit in Fort Carson, Co.
SSG Gasper was first assigned as a Radio Operator and shortly after being assigned to the Headquarters Support Company (HSC), SSG Gasper deployed with the unit of OPEARATION Iraqi Freedom I, III, V, VI.
During his time with HSC, 3rd Battilion, 10th SF(A), SSG Gasper served with valor and distinction. He selflessly gave to those in need;training and mentoring junior soldiers adn striving to bring freedom to the oppressed. His duties placed him in key locations ranging across the Continental United States and hte Iraqi Theater of Operations. SSG Gasper volunteered to take the lead on countless resupply operations in some of the most dangerous areas and times in the war; knowing that his mission was critical to the units ability to keep our Soldiers in the fightl

His awards include the Bronze Star Medal, the Purple Heart, the Meritourious Service Medal, the Army Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters and the Army Good Conduct Medal; second award. HIs decorations include the Combat Action Badge and the Parachutist Badge.