Here are the stories of ten men who inspired us in 2009.
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Tags: 1st Lt. Colin P. Boynton, 2009 heroes, Air Force Cross, Bronze Star with Valor Device, distinguished service cross, Heroes, Lance Cpl. Brady Gustafson, medal of honor, men who inspire, Navy Cross, Sergeant First Class (SFC) Jared C. Monti, Sgt. 1st Class Jarion Halbisengibbs, Sgt. James Carter, silver star, Specialist Michael Carter, Staff Sgt. Conrad Begaye, Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Moe, Staff Sgt. Travis Atkins, Staff Sgt. Zachary J. Rhyner
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Garrett spoke of the “warrior ethos” that guides soldiers: place the mission first, never accept defeat, never quit, and never leave a fallen comrade.
“These are just words to some people,” Garrett said. “But the warrior ethos is a way of life to Staff Sergeant Begaye. Amazing acts of bravery and valor were commonplace that grim day. But this morning, we recognize Staff Sergeant Begaye for his courage – and we are thankful for the opportunity to serve with such a man.”
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Tags: 503rd Infantry Regiment, American Indian war hero, hero, Native American war hero, Navajo war hero, Nuristan province Afghanistan, purple heart, silver star, Staff Sgt. Conrad Begaye
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