Remembering the colleagues we lost: A veteran's Memorial Day reflection
This Memorial Day, a veteran reflects on the colleagues he lost during his service, emphasizing their humanity and the personal connections formed. He recalls the sacrifices made by these individuals, who were not just statistics but friends and family members. The article highlights the importance of remembering those who did not return home and honoring their legacy.
- ▪The veteran served in the Air Force for over three decades, including roles as an explosive ordnance disposal technician and pilot.
- ▪He lost colleagues in various conflicts, including Iraq, Afghanistan, and during the September 11 attacks at the Pentagon.
- ▪Memorial Day is a time to honor those who did not return home, contrasting it with Veterans Day, which celebrates those who survived.
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Remembering 9/11 Remembering the colleagues we lost: A veteran's Memorial Day reflection The EOD technician-turned-pilot lost colleagues in Iraq, Afghanistan and at the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001 By Rob Maness Fox News Published May 24, 2026 7:09am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Honoring fallen veterans this Memorial Day Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins reflects on the true cost of war and the sacrifices made by service members. He emphasizes remembering those who didn't return home and upholding their memory.
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