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Information May 04 2007
— By CJ
There’s an excellent new book out called “My Men Are My Heroes“.
Experience the deadly din of modern warfare and the inspiring leadership and courage of legendary Marine First Sergeant Brad Kasal (who was subsequently promoted to Sergeant Major) in this riveting new book. It’s a page-turning, first-hand account of Kasal’s courageous mission to rescue fallen comrades under intense enemy fire during the Battle of Fallujah-actions that earned him the distinguished Navy Cross, America’s second highest military award. This stunning, unforgettable account shows an American hero rising to the challenge of world events with leadership, valor, and loyalty.
Sergeant Major Kasal lost almost half his blood in Fallujah and almost died. Instead of succumbing to the urge to pass out, he focused on his troops and did what he could to save one of them, PFC Alexander Nicoll. Kasal was shot so many times in the leg and it was almost severed. Nicoll was shot in mid-section and Kasal crawled to him to provide first aid while the rest of the Marines continued to lay down fire and kill the enemy. The action was so close that Kasal buried his pistol into the enemy’s chest and kept firing until the man went down. Then, he put a couple in his forehead to make sure he was dead.
It’s a heroic tale and everyone needs to read about his actions.
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Miss Ladybug
Sounds like my dad might be getting another book from me. He got “The Blog of War” for Christmas, and his birthday is in two weeks…
Tracy
Heading over to the library’s online catalogue. Darn, not there. I’ll be calling the library come Monday and asking them to order it. Small town library. . .they know my voice on the phone
trevor renner
i have read “My Men Are My Heros”. it is a great book. I had already been pretty sure i was going to join the marines, i hope i can become even half the marine Brad Kasal is.