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Meet a United States Marine Hero!

It would not be right to talk about this Marine without talking first about Navy Seal Michael Monsour - who sacrificed his life to save others by falling on a grenade. I mention him, because he also saved the subject of this blog entry.

I am posting this because I am so sick of the people who consistently say our troops don't want to be in Iraq. Well I'd like you all to meet United States Marine Gunnery Sgt. William “Spanky” Gibson.

You see Spanky Gibson was shot in the knee. It did so much damage that he had to have his leg amputated. And once healed there was only one place this Marine wanted to be - back in Iraq with his brothers in arms. People ask me why I want to be a United States Citizen? It is because of people like United States Marine Gunnery Sgt. William “Spanky” Gibson.

You are a hero, sir and I salute you. Thank you for defending my freedom.

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Posted by Simon Conway on 04/14/2008 09:32 PM

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28 Comments on Meet a United States Marine Hero!

APR

2008

these people that fight for our freedom are truly the greatest heroes of our time.

This story brought more than one tear to my eyes Mara.

This story emphasizes why we will always be the greatest country in the world. Thanks Simon.

God Bless America

Jim - I agree with you.

Hugh - that too! :)

ALL the men and women serving in Iraq and other parts of the world are my heroes!

Simon:

These guys and gals are truly heros. They are sacrificing so that we can be safe and free.

APR

2008

How many Christians can say the same thing...."When I was hurt mortally...I wanted BACK in, so I could serve the Lord I love so much!!"

I love it when I hear of Christians who are like that....

=-)

Bravo, Simon - an inspiring story that needs to be told.

Simon, Thank you for sharing this inspiring story. It's sad so many don't realize who the real American hero's are.

Mary - I agree - this guy is special though.

Very true Bill

Not sure if "Spanky" is a Christian or not Alexander, but he is certainly a hero

I saw this story on television last week---it was profoundly sad. What a HERO!

Thank you Ted

Doreer - he's an amazing man. A true hero

Diane - I found it uplifting, not sad. But I can see how you got that.

Well Simon, honestly, this guy and so many like him ARE heroes. It is our stinking politics and non-sensical rules of engagement (sometimes) that keep these people from getting thier job done. If you will take the politicians out of it, perhaps, the strongest military in the world could DO their job and come home.

That man is a true hero. It is people like him that keep this nation great and free. Kind of makes what the rest of us do for a living look stupid.

First a great big thanks to the gunny SGT. A real American hero.

I have a newphew whose stationed in Jacksonville Florida in the US Navy. He's our sailor man and we're so proud of him and his comrades. Our military personel are the best the world has ever seen.

While the liberals might pick one out of 100 that are ideolgically against bringing freedom to the un-free people's of the world....... This is the example which needs to be spread across the media platform the most.

Thanks for the post, Simon and

may God Bless the United States Armed Forces and our great homeland.

Ron - I agree with you completely.

Kevin - he is a true hero

Owen - My assistant's son is in the Navy. I am very proud of him. My nephew is a helicopter mechanic for the Army. Just got back from Afghanistan. I am equaly proud of him too.

APR

2008

Simon, I thank God that there are still so many people willing to serve their country to protect my freedoms and family. Thank you for spotlighting these heroes.

APR

2008

Simon: Great Post, and I am proud to call you a freiend and a brother. I thank God for your patriotism.

Debbie - we all need to be thankful for them every day.

Nick - thank you for your kind words.

APR

2008

Simon, Hey, can we call you our fellow American yet?? It sure is a lengthy process. Keep us up to date on the progress.

NJ - it is a long process! I have completed everything however. Now all I am waiting for is a date for my oath taking ceremony. I'll let you know. Should be any day now.

Simon this is a wonderful post. We need more people like "Spanky" and all of us should stand up for our soldiers and country. Thanks and God Bless to all of our men and women and their families who serve in our armed forces!

Nice tribute and video...thanks to Mr. Gibson for fighting and his spirit is so greatly needed in our society!

Simon,

Thanks for keeping this story alive! Do you have any friends that do not live here yet that would like to take the place of some whining Americans that don't understand what it is we have here and why these guys do what they do usually all day, everyday. I would love to make a trade, so to say! I am so grateful to know your thoughts on this great country we live in. knowing you are here because you WANT to be!

P.S. I thought I read somewhere that you are now a Jesus Mousketeer or Christian!

Couldn't resist!

John

Hugh is still working on the second part of that John, but don't hold your breath.

APR

2009

Their are ALOT of us Americans who beleive in our men and women at arms. We are grateful and inspired by there triumphs and sacrifices. I cannot tell you enough how proud I am of them ALL!

JUL

2009

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