Thanks, Chief
- Posted by Beth on October 16th, 2006 filed in General, Iraq, Islamofascism, Support the Troops, The War
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That’s CMSgt John Gebhardt of the 332nd Expeditionary Medical Group (Balad AB), comforting a little Iraqi girl.
This little girl’s entire family was executed…they intended to execute her also and shot her in the head…but they failed to kill her. She was cared for by John’s hospital and healing up, but has been crying and moaning. The nurses said John is the only one she seems to calm down with, so John has spent the last four nights holding her while they both sleep in that chair. The girl is coming along with her healing.
Senior Airman James Croxon (also of the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing) speaks eloquently about why we’re in Iraq, after seeing a similar scenario with an Iraqi baby–most likely also cared for by Chief Gebhardt and his troops.
[W]hen I visited the hospital for the first time in May, I saw the terrible toll the insurgents are taking on the Iraqi people.
On that first visit I saw an Iraqi baby whose father was murdered by insurgents and whose mother was missing and assumed to be dead as well. As I held him I realized that his future was dependent on the outcome of this conflict and, to some extent, my actions here.
That injured and orphaned baby made me realize what was most basic and what gets taken for granted so easily - the basic freedom of life. I wasn’t fighting for politics or for religiosity gone amuck; I was fighting to give the Iraqi baby in my arms the right to live.
The brutal nature of what happened to this baby’s parents showed me the true nature of Iraq’s enemies. They don’t just want political power. They are extremist of the worst kind. Civilians, women and children are all targets. Their innocence is not enough to keep them safe from the anti-Iraq forces who are targeting them.
‘Nuff said.
Greta says:
Priceless!
raz0r says:
Somethin’ tells me the good Sgt. has done that before. God bless him.
Tal says:
I don’t understand why these people are killing each other.
Hyscience says:
Severely Wounded Little Iraqi Girl Comforted In Arms Of U.S. Airman
[Image: CMSgt John Gebhardt of the 332nd Expeditionary Medical Group (Balad AB), comforting a little Iraqi girl (Hat tip - My Vast Rightwing Conspiracy)]. This little girl’s entire family was executed, and she was shot in the head in an attempt to ex…
MCPO Airdale says:
I cannot imagine this photo with anyone other than an American or Aussie serviceman. Does anybody imagine the Russian or Chinese military would even bother treating civilian casualties?
As for the Chief Master Sgt., God Bless him!
Jenn says:
The first time I saw this I had tears running down my face. Just the picture alone is priceless.
Alabama Improper says:
That is the most precious thing I have seen in a long time! Thanks for sharing.
Stix Blog says:
News from Iraq
H/T to My Vast Right Wing Conspiracy Here si a story you will probably never see in the MSM. An Email from Iraq By John Found this in my inbox earlier.Thought you would appreciate… Got a tough but heartwarming story
Claire says:
And that’s how GI’s have always been — Americans; large of heart.
When did the MSM / Moonbats / JF’nKerry-ites / Sheehannigans, etc. forget that? And ain’t it time we reminded ‘em….
forest hunter says:
Wouldn’t it be great if the asshats could get past their BDS and otherwise disconnected political aspirations, at least long enough to see what it takes, to be a member of a winning team and erase these mindless savages from the planet. Sooner is always better than never.
Stepperg says:
An honest to God hero.
USA! USA! USA!
CIVIL DEFENSE » Why We Fight says:
[...] Coutesy of OPFOR and My Vast Right Wing Conspiriacy. [...]
Dr. Barbara Embry says:
I am the granddaughter of a WWI veteran, the daughter and niece of WWII veterans, the wife and cousin of Viet Nam veterans, my brother-in-law and nephew are both Desert Storm veterans. They all have stories similar to this one. It’s time for not only Americans, but the entire world to thank our vets for their sacrifices!
DoctorDuke says:
This is hardly a one time occurance for this man…
Here he is with an iraqi infant.
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Valerie Savoie says:
Thank you CMsgt. John Gebhardt.
The goodness of US soldiers « Muslihoon says:
[...] Thanks to: “An Email from Iraq” by John of OpFor. “Why We Fight, Part…I’ve Lost Count” by MikeyNTH of Cold Fury. “Chief Gebhardt… Making a Difference” by El Capitan of Dude, where’s the beach? “Gentle Warrior” by dcat of Razor Sharp Claws. “Severely Wounded Little Iraqi Girl Comforted In Arms Of U.S. Airman” by Richard of Hyscience. “Thanks, Chief” by Beth of My Vast Right Wing Conspiracy. “Gentle Warrior” by Anna of A Rose By Any Other Name. “”Baby Killer” Comfort” by alan of Kim & Her Friends Explain It All. “this made me cry” by Marsha of Marsha Loftis. [...]
Michael says:
I have met John and his family when he worked at the 319th Medical Group. He is just as kind and caring a person as you will ever know.
As the superintendent of the largest hospital in Iraq, he set the standard for all the enlisted troops under his command.
John, you have raised the bar for all who follow you. For all of us stateside, you have made us proud to be an American!
I know you would tell me, “I’m just doing my job”. Chief, you do it well and Thank You from all of us in North Dakota!
Mike