Old 07-05-2005, 07:13 PM   #1
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Thumbs up One hell of a tough Marine

I'd take this guy on my side on a bad day

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Old 07-11-2005, 07:25 AM   #2
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it says we need to register to view the pic.
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Old 07-11-2005, 07:38 AM   #3
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OOPS, lemme see if I can recreate it.



link to pic courtesy of North American Gunrunners:
http://groups.msn.com/NorthAmericanG...o&PhotoID=1195

Never Stopped Fighting"

Here's an inspiring photograph and story we recently received:

Marine 1st Sergeant Brad Kasal (in the middle). This photo is from the most recent major offensive in Fallujah. 1stSgt. Kasal sacrificed his own safety to save a room full of fellow Marines. He ended up taking several AK rounds in the leg. Most of his lower leg was blown away but you can't tell it from this pic. He took rounds in the back which his armor saved him from. He took one round through his butt which passed through both cheeks leaving 4 holes in him. And he also took the brunt of a grenade blast. He jumped on top of a younger Marine to cover him from the fire. He killed the terrorist who did most of the damage to him and his men, and despite a massive loss of blood he never stopped fighting. Notice that he's still holding his pistol. He has been put in for the Medal of Honor for his actions on that day. He already has several Purple Hearts for previous battles throughout his career and he has turned some down so that he could stay with his unit. While in the hospital he has met President Bush, Donald Rumsfeld and several other celebrities. He said that Bush came in by himself and had a very long, sincere, and friendly visit with him.

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Old 07-11-2005, 09:40 AM   #4
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whoa! intense picture with a story to match. thats dedication. thanks for sharing!
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Old 07-12-2005, 06:23 PM   #5
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and notice that with all the excitement, pain, and combat, he's aware enough to keep his finger off the trigger since he's not ready to shoot !

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Old 07-21-2005, 03:57 PM   #6
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One !!!! of a guy! Good Job!
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