Dad2142Dad 6,559 Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/02/11/army-vet-receiving-medal-honor-for-leadership-during-afghanistan-fight/ Sgt. Romesha remains a reluctant hero.“I accept this tremendous honor on behalf of all soldiers who served with me that day,” he told reporters outside the White House. “This award is for the eight soldiers that didn't make it, and for the rest of the team that fought valiantly and magnificently that day. I will forever be humbled by their bravery, their commitment to service and their loyalty to one another.” RIP - Private First Class Kevin Thomson, ; Sergeant Michael Scusa; Sergeant Joshua Kirk; Sergeant Christopher Griffin; Staff Sergeant Justin Gallegos; Staff Sergeant Vernon Martin; Sergeant Joshua Hardt; and Specialist Stephan Mace, The other members of Bravo Troop, 3rd Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division stood to be recognized. They received 37 Army Commendation Medals, for their wounds; 27 Purple Hearts, for their valor; 18 Bronze Stars, for their gallantry; and nine Silver Stars. Can never thank them enough 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 Its men like this that enable us to have the things we cherish today. RIP brothers. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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Ronin38 2,117 Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 I just watched the news story on this tonight. Incredible that anyone made it out of that firebase alive! I can't believe they built the base there in the first place! He definitely deserved that CMH! RIP to those lost. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
macbeau 902 Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 I just watched the news story on this tonight. Incredible that anyone made it out of that firebase alive! I can't believe they built the base there in the first place! He definitely deserved that CMH! RIP to those lost. +1... And HOLY MOLEY! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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