It is Memorial Day. Time to reflect on the sacrifices so many service members have paid. Although I consider all service members my brothers and sisters, there are the special few I had the pleasure and honor to serve with. Jose Alvarez was a true inspiration and somebody I wanted and aspired to emulate as an NCO. Can Solar was a wonder of an individual, always seeking knowledge and willing to share it with everyone. Jason Duke, well he was a kindred spirit. Adam Neely was the first friend I made in my last unit. Erik Silva was one of my boys. Each had an impact on my life I will never forget.
Whether you know someone personally or not. Whether you choose to support them or not. Just know, our history as a nation has been built upon the blood, sweat, and tears of people that were willing to die for what they believed in. How we choose to honor that memory reflects on us as a society and a civilization.
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