Honor the fallen this Memorial Day and every day throughout the year. Obviously we can't highlight every one of our fallen heroes but it is important to tell as many stories as possible in honor of every one of our brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Here a just a few..
Marc Alan Lee, First Navy SEAL Killed in Iraq. August 2, 2008. Awarded Silver Star, Bronze Star with Valor, and Purple Heart
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NYC Firefighter who responded to the WTC attacks.Army Sgt. Christian P. Engeldrum
39, of Bronx, N.Y.; assigned to 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry Regiment, New York Army National Guard, New York City; killed Nov. 29 when his military vehicle struck an improvised explosive device in Baghdad. Also killed was Army Pfc. Wilfredo F. Urbina
http://www.militarycity.com/valor/534311.html
Common Name,Uncommon Valorby
Since his days growing up in Tampa, Fla., the lanky kid with the slightly mischievous smile had wanted to be a soldier. By this bright morning, April 4, 2003, Sgt. First Class Paul Ray Smith had more than fulfilled his dream. He had served 15 of his 33 years in the U.S. Army, including three tours of duty in harm's way--in the Persian Gulf, Bosnia and Kosovo.
Now all his training, all his experience, all the instincts that had made him a model soldier, were about to be put to the test. With 16 men from his First Platoon, B Company, 11th Engineer Battalion, Sgt. Smith was under attack by about 100 troops of the Iraqi Republican Guard.
"We're in a world of hurt," he muttered.
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http://www.opinionjournal.com/federation/feature/?id=110008153
God Bless those who gave the ultimate Sacrifice.
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