This was sent to me as an email from CF member Carrie57. I thought all here should see it.
The Sailor Pictured Below Is,
Navy Petty Officer,
PO2
(Petty Officer, Second... moreThis was sent to me as an email from CF member Carrie57. I thought all here should see it.
The Sailor Pictured Below Is,
Navy Petty Officer,
PO2
(Petty Officer, Second Class)
EOD2
(Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Second Class)
"MIKE MONSOOR"
April 5th, 1981 ~ September 29th, 2009
Mike Monsoor,
Was Awarded "The Congressional Medal Of Honor" Last Week,
For Giving His Life In Iraq , As He Jumped On, And Covered With His Body,
A Live Hand Grenade,
Saving The Lives Of A Large Group Of Navy Seals That Was Passing By!
~
During Mike Monsoor's Funeral,
At Ft . Rosecrans National Cemetery , In San Diego , California... less
I'll be riding in the annual West Coast Thunder Ride this Memorial weekend. Taking the chop in observance to my eldest bro, while honoring all the others that sacrificed so much. It always feels great to be a part of the ceremony and visit the grave sites of my relatives and comrades at Riverside National Cemetery. A fulfilling day !