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Today my Brigade lost an officer in Afghanistan, and I have had the privilege participating in an event that I have done many times before in my military career. This event is not a joyful one, but is very much a privilege. If you do not understand as to what Im referring to, it is a service for an angel flight. This is a memorial service done on the flight line as a fallen soldier departs from the area. Even though I did not know this Soldier that has given his life for our freedom personally, it is still a heart stabbing and tear jerking site to see an American flag draped over a body bag lying on litter as it is being placed on the aircraft.

There are many reasons saying that Im saying this on here. 1. To help with the stress of reality or here. 2. I have seen a lot of military support on this site and Im very thankful for all of it.

Sorry if this post has bothered anyone, but thank you for listening and for your support!

 
John,



Keep the faith and keep fighting the good fight.



I saw a little glimpse into what you are describing when I watched the VERY compelling HBO film: "Taking Chance", based on a true story.



 
Sorry if this post has bothered anyone,
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You should never, ever feel like you have to apologize for posting something like this.



A soldier made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. For that, he has this Sailor's eternal gratitude. You, he, and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.



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My condolences go out to you, your entire brigade, those that fought alongside this brave soldier, as well as to his family and friends.



It is his sacrifices that allow me and my family to sleep in peace.



It is his sacrifices that allows me and my family to have the freedoms that we take for granted too many times.



And it is the sacrifices that his family and friends, as well as you and those that stand beside you have made as well.



I owe my freedoms to you and all the brave men and women both in battle, and at home, and for that, I thank you.
 
John, thank you for your service. For those wanting to better understand the traditions following the death of a soldier, a book called the "Final Salute" by Jim Sheeler is a "tribute to our military forces".
 
Hey trac, The Gratitude picture, thats just a heart breaker man. I can't begin to fathom what is going through either the young mans mind, or the soldiers as he is handing him the US flag. That is why I will never be able to say thanks enough to you and those in the armed forces, and for the families and friends that are making sacrifices at home.



By the way, I copied that picture. Hope you don't mind.



Thanks again for everything.
 
Thank you for your service and my condolences. i just got back from my grandfathers grave, WWII vet. made sure his flag was flying next to his headstone, then checked for all the other vets around him. I often hear people tell me to stay safe due to my duties as a Firefighter/EMT, but every time i hear it i always think of our military and pray for them to stay safe.
 
May the peace of the Lord suround you and family and freinds of our fallen hero.



Thank you for your service..
 
Not a day goes by that I don't pray for the safety and safe return of all of our military personnel.

May this brave soldier RIP and his family be proud of him. Another of God's angels has gone home.

 
John,

I fly 5-days a weak and due to the nature of my job, we are always informed when there is a "unique" item being transported.



Often, when a soldier is coming home (passed away) they are escorted by another soldier. When we find out the remains of a soldier is on board, we inform the Captain and ask to make an announcement to allow the escort of first and say a nice word.



To date, they have never said no and everyone sits there in silence patiently waiting.

 
I would like to offer my sympathies to your brigade and the familly of this soldier who gave his life to save so many others.



I can't even begin to even imagine what kind of emotions this brings to anyone on the front line. Just seeing that poster and seeing the pain in both the young son and the soldier is heart wrenching.



To all that serve....thank you and god bless!



RIP
 
That sucks man. This the main reason we need to be vigilant on what we send our people to fight for, and how we treat our soldiers.
 

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