How hard it had to be, to make that choice of self sacrifice. That sort of decision is not made in an instant, but by many conscious decisions, some of them tiny, some decidedly tough, pointed toward what he believed he had to do. RIP, Monsoor, your deeds will long be remembered.
Another heartbreaking loss. Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Michael Monsoor gave his life for his fellow Seals. It’s admirable that the three men whose lives Mike saved honor his memory by living in a way that would make him proud.
When these men who serve our great nation tell their family members that they would die from them, this is where they get the mindset that they will lay down their lives for their brothers in arms or their families. Heros are selfless.
Imagine yourself in this situation, with less than a second to decide who lives and who dies. Being in combat makes that simple: you do what's required to complete the mission. Hand salute, Petty Officer Monsoor. Your team has it - Fair Winds and Following Seas.
If you haven’t had the chance to do so, please consider reading “Extreme Ownership” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. Exceptional book.
Jocko was Seal Team 3, Task Unit Bruiser commander in the Battle of Ramadi. Leif was either Charlie Platoon or Delta Platoon leader. Forgive me for not recalling at this moment.
Their discussion on the loss of Monsoor and two others will give you chills. Three men who laid down their lives to provide freedom for another country, on the opposite side of this round rock were hurdling through space on, to further cement the freedoms we have (that so many scoff at, and many take for granted).
These heroes go through a training regiment that sets them so far apart from so many.
I thank God every day for these heroes, for the blessings He bestows upon us, and for His grace. I also thank every uniformed soldier and first responder for what they do. The media can paint with such a broad brush to color so many in such a bad light because of the missteps of the few. But, it’s by their sacrifice that so many of us sleep safe at night.
How hard it had to be, to make that choice of self sacrifice. That sort of decision is not made in an instant, but by many conscious decisions, some of them tiny, some decidedly tough, pointed toward what he believed he had to do. RIP, Monsoor, your deeds will long be remembered.
These men learned something the rest of us ought to realize...
What a hero! No greater love.
Thank you Michael Monsoor for protecting your brothers in arms. Your demeanor may have been quiet but your actions speak loud and clear.
❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
HUZZAH HERO!!! 🇺🇸
God bless Master-ar-Arms Second Class Michael Monsoor for his selfless action and God bless all who have served or currently serve this great nation.
Monsoon consciously gave his life to save his teammates.
Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday.
⚓📜🦅 Semper Fortis!
Anchor
Constitution
EAGLE 🇺🇲
(A C E) 🟨🔷🟨🔷🟨
Another heartbreaking loss. Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Michael Monsoor gave his life for his fellow Seals. It’s admirable that the three men whose lives Mike saved honor his memory by living in a way that would make him proud.
Good Monday morning Tara Ross!🌹💯🇱🇷🏴☠️❤️
When these men who serve our great nation tell their family members that they would die from them, this is where they get the mindset that they will lay down their lives for their brothers in arms or their families. Heros are selfless.
Imagine yourself in this situation, with less than a second to decide who lives and who dies. Being in combat makes that simple: you do what's required to complete the mission. Hand salute, Petty Officer Monsoor. Your team has it - Fair Winds and Following Seas.
🇺🇸 🎖💔 🇺🇲
❤️❤️❤️❤️
If you haven’t had the chance to do so, please consider reading “Extreme Ownership” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. Exceptional book.
Jocko was Seal Team 3, Task Unit Bruiser commander in the Battle of Ramadi. Leif was either Charlie Platoon or Delta Platoon leader. Forgive me for not recalling at this moment.
Their discussion on the loss of Monsoor and two others will give you chills. Three men who laid down their lives to provide freedom for another country, on the opposite side of this round rock were hurdling through space on, to further cement the freedoms we have (that so many scoff at, and many take for granted).
These heroes go through a training regiment that sets them so far apart from so many.
I thank God every day for these heroes, for the blessings He bestows upon us, and for His grace. I also thank every uniformed soldier and first responder for what they do. The media can paint with such a broad brush to color so many in such a bad light because of the missteps of the few. But, it’s by their sacrifice that so many of us sleep safe at night.
Godspeed.