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I watched a movie late last year called "Taking Chance" with Kevin Bacon. It is based on the true life story of Lt Col Michael Strobel a military escort who volunteers to escort the body of a 19 year old Marine Chance Phelps back to his family in Wyoming. Although the movie will absolutely rip your heart out, I highly recommend seeing it to understand the sacrifice of these fine young men and women who sacrifice so much, and ask for so little.
On a personal note, I served in the USMC, and my daughter is dating a Marine who just returned from his first tour in Afganistan. His unit came back with HALF the Marines it was deployed with 50% KIA !!!!! He is convinced he will not make it back from his next tour. Yet he will not complain, he will do his duty, and risk everything.
These men and women who serve our country exhibit bravery on a scale few of us ever get to witness, or experience. They are our best, and our brightest.
Their sacrifices should not go unnoticed or unappreciated. It is an honor to know them.
Peace