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Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael A. Monsoor had been near the only door to the rooftop structure Sept. 29 when the grenade hit him in the chest and bounced to the floor, said four SEALs who spoke to The Associated Press this week on condition of anonymity because their work requires their identities to remain secret. They patrolled bravely through the city streets engaging in firefights while on other occasions, they ambushed insurgent mortar teams near the banks of the Euphrates River. Claim: Account describes Navy SEALs' funereal tribute to Medal of Honor recipient Mike Monsoor. President George W. Bush said at Monsoor's Medal of Honor ceremony, according to Fox News: "The procession went on nearly half an hour, and when it was all over, the simple wooden coffin had become a gold-plated memorial to a hero who will never be forgotten.". On September 29, 2006, an insurgent threw a grenade onto a rooftop where Monsoor and several other SEALs and Iraqi soldiers were positioned. hide-sight in time to escape harm. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? An emotional Donald Winter quoted a passage from scripture already remembered by so many to describe Michael Monsoor. An insurgent closed in and threw a fragmentation grenade into the overwatch position. Michael Monsoor was immediately evacuated to a battalion aid station. MANAMA, Bahrain (April 30, 2023) Lt. Levi Ceitlin, a rabbi and command chaplain for U.S. 5th Fleet Task Force 52, speaks during a Holocaust remembrance ceremony at the U.S. Navy base in Bahrain, April 30, 2023. In April 2008, Michael Monsoor (who had already been posthumously awarded the Silver Star for his actions in a 9 May 2006 incident, when he and another SEAL pulled a wounded team member to safety amidst gunfire) was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. [3][5], Monsoor was described as a "quiet professional" and a "fun-loving guy" by those who knew him. BY HIS UNDAUNTED COURAGE, FIGHTING SPIRIT, AND UNWAVERING DEVOTION TO DUTY IN THE FACE OF CERTAIN DEATH, PETTY OFFICER MONSOOR GALLANTLY GAVE HIS LIFE FOR HIS COUNTRY, THEREBY REFLECTING GREAT CREDIT UPON HIMSELF AND UPHOLDING THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE. Weve updated the security on the site. I leave nothing but love and I have no regrets. Lord, protect my brothers above all else. Thirty five escalated into heated firefights taking place in streets that were paved with fire.1, During eleven of those missions Michaels leadership, guidance and decisive action were key in saving the lives of many of his men. Fr. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Get email updates about Michael A. Monsoor delivered directly to your inbox. I believe I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Mr. Monsoor there. I have not looked back. [19], There is a U.S. Forrest Vosler received the Medal of Honor for saving the life of another airman despite his catastrophic President Joe Biden on Thursday presented the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military award for valor in combat Jon and Andrew Erwin's grandfather Henry Eugene "Red" Erwin, Sr. was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his President Joe Biden presents the Medal of Honor to retired Army Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. for conspicuous gallantry during Charles H. Coolidge passed away April 6, 2021 at the age of 99. I want to hold my nephews and nieces again. He bore the weight without a single complaint, even in the midst of the 130 degree Western Iraqi summer. He was only the second SEAL to die in Iraq since the war began. Times Staff Writer. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. On that day, he was on a rooftop over-watch in the most contested part of the city called the Malaab district. From April to Sept. 29, 2006, Mike served as a heavy weapons machine gunner in Delta Platoon, SEAL Team 3. Some of details in the email are inaccurate.Petty Officer Second Class Mike Monsoor was a US Navy SEAL assigned to Task Unit Bravo in Ar Ramadi in Iraq. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. [21][22][23], Michael Monsoor is mentioned in the book of Rorke Denver "Damn Few: Making the Modern SEAL Warrior". On January 26th, 2019, the Zumwalt class destroyer. [12][13], For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy as Platoon Machine Gunner in Sea, Air, Land Team THREE (SEAL-3), Naval Special Warfare Task Group Arabian Peninsula, Task Unit Ramadi, in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM on 9 May 2006. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Of the three SEALs on that rooftop corner, he had the only avenue of escape away from the blast, and if he had so chosen, he could have easily escaped. He has a grateful nation forever in his debt! Monsoor died approximately 30 minutes later from wounds sustained from the blast. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. The Zumwalt class stealth destroyer USS Michael Monsoor spotted leaving San Diego on April 20, 2021, with a large satellite communications dome on its rear flight deck., @cjr1321 via @Warshipcam . He gave his life to protect comrades . Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Michael Monsoor (15971597)? AS ENEMY ACTIVITY INCREASED, PETTY OFFICER MONSOOR TOOK POSITION WITH HIS MACHINE GUN BETWEEN TWO TEAMMATES ON AN OUTCROPPING OF THE ROOF. In April 2006 he was sent to Iraq on his first tour of duty. Petty Officer Monsoor was the Platoon Machine Gunner of an overwatch element, providing security for an Iraqi Army Brigade during counter-insurgency operations. But fear is no match for my Faith. Monsoor died approximately 30 minutes later from wounds sustained from the blast. WHILE THE SEALS VIGILANTLY WATCHED FOR ENEMY ACTIVITY, AN INSURGENT THREW A HAND GRENADE FROM AN UNSEEN LOCATION, WHICH BOUNCED OFF PETTY OFFICER MONSOORS CHEST AND LANDED IN FRONT OF HIM. As someone that had the pleasure of knowing Mikey as a friend, and had the honor of serving with him on the battlefield, this photograph tells me a story. During the Battle of Ramadi, SEAL Team Three was sent to Ramadi, Iraq in April 2006 and assigned to train Iraqi Army soldiers. It is a city devastated by war. I know the importance of family because there is nothing more important to me, than my family. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. 1. Never taking his eyes off the grenade, his next move was to throw himself down, holding it against his body to absorb the blast, saving the lives of his fellow servicemen. April 1, 2008 12 AM PT. Anticipating further attacks, Monsoor, three SEAL snipers and three Iraqi Army soldiers took up a rooftop position. Amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), expeditionary mobile base USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5), and Philippine navy ships BRP Jose Rizal (FF-150), BRP Gregorio Del Pilar (PS 15), and BRP Tarlac (FF 601) transit the South China Sea for Balikatan 23, April 19, 2023. But we are strong. As described in the final two paragraphs of a Summary of Action (SOA) regarding the circumstances of his death: While vigilantly watching for enemy activity, an enemy fighter hurled a hand grenade onto the roof from an unseen location. May the Lord continue to comfort you. [5], During the funeral, as the coffin was moving from the hearse to the grave site, Navy SEALs were lined up forming a column of twos on both sides of the pallbearers' route, with the coffin moving up the center. The enemy continued to assault the element, engaging them with a rocket-propelled grenade and small arms fire. Introduction Michael Anthony Monsoor (05 April 1981 to 29 September 2006) was a United States Navy SEAL who was killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom and posthumously awarded the Medal of Honour. Perry, Tony, "Destroyer To Bear O.C. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Immediately, Monsoor yelled "Grenade!" Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Margaret Monsoor (Sandy, Utah), born in Morgantown, West Virginia, who passed away at the age of 94, on August 8, 2021. It was one of those rare moments when life passes before your eyes. After loading his wounded teammate onto an evacuation vehicle, he returned to the battle. The name of Petty Officer Michael Anthony Monsoor will now be among them. Mike was one of the bravest men on the battlefield, never allowing the enemy to discourage him. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! Please reset your password. He is survived by his mother Sally, his father George, his sister Sara, and his two brothers James and Joseph. After further training he was assigned to Delta Platoon, SEAL Team 3. Requiescate in pace. As the coffin passed each SEAL, they slapped down the gold Trident each had removed from his own uniform and deeply embedded it into the wooden coffin. [1] He enlisted in the United States Navy in 2001 and graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training BUD/S class 250 in 2004. Her life was, by any reasonable measure, marred by tragedy, yet she maintained a quiet strength and an amazing sense of humor that kept her at peace. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines, fighting together. See the above video that i linked to.--86.4.87.120 12:14, 2 May 2010 (UTC) Reply That his casket was covered with SEAL Tridents is documented by various news outlets. During their deployment, Mike and his fellow SEALS came under enemy attack on 75 percent of their missions. Without hesitation and showing no regard for his own life, he threw himself onto the grenade, smothering it to protect his teammates who were lying in close proximity. Yes, the basic account is true, according to various Navy reports and fact-checking sources, although a few details in the e-mail are inaccurate. I am Michael Monsoor I miss my family. The slaps were audible from across the cemetery; by the time the coffin arrived grave side, it looked as though it had a gold inlay from all the Tridents pinned to it. Try again. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. The Moving Funeral of Petty Officer Mike Monsoor-Truth! There was a problem getting your location. [5][6], Monsoor enlisted in the United States Navy on March 24, 2001, and attended Basic Training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes, Illinois. INSTANTLY AND WITHOUT REGARD FOR HIS OWN SAFETY, HE THREW HIMSELF ONTO THE GRENADE TO ABSORB THE FORCE OF THE EXPLOSION WITH HIS BODY, SAVING THE LIVES OF HIS TWO TEAMMATES. MASTER AT ARMS SECOND CLASS, SEA, AIR and LANDMICHAEL A. MONSOOR Because there is nothing more important to me than my family. But I know that, he died doing something he loved. By his courageous and selfless actions, he saved the lives of his two fellow SEALs and he is the most deserving of the special recognition afforded by awarding the Medal of Honor. It is merely questioning whether the photo with the e-mail was of Monsoor's casket. Mike and two teammates had taken position on the outcropping of a rooftop when an insurgent grenade bounced off Mike's chest and landed on the roof. Origins: On 29 September 2006, 25-year-old Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael A. Monsoor (MA2, not EOD2 as stated above) was killed during operations in enemy-held territory at Ar Ramadi, Iraq, when he threw himself on top of a grenade in order to save the lives of his fellow SEALS. Element snipers thwarted the enemy's initial attempt by eliminating two insurgents. He undoubtedly saved mine and the other SEALs lives.6, Another eyewitness described Michaels countenance, as completely calm, showing no fear only resolve., It could easily be said of him what Gen. Pericles said in his funeral oration for the warriors of ancient Athens, He passed away from the scene, not of his fear, but of his glory.. [5][6], A grenade was thrown onto the rooftop by an insurgent on the street below. Each time insurgents assaulted his team with small arms fire or rocket propelled grenades, he quickly assessed the situation, determined the best course of action to counter the enemy assaults, and implemented his plan to gain the best tactical advantage. This should be front-page news instead of the crap we see everyday. Sorry! He was the ultimate teammate. Though he carried himself in a calm and composed fashion, he constantly led the charge to bring the fight to the enemy. [17], In October 2008, United States Secretary of the Navy Donald C. Winter announced that the second ship in the Zumwalt class of destroyers would be named USSMichael Monsoor(DDG-1001) in honor of Petty Officer Monsoor. cemeteries found in San Diego, San Diego County, California, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. His father George and older brother Jim had both been proud Marines. SEAL snipers from his roof engaged two of them which resulted in one enemy wounded in action and one enemy killed in action. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Legal Statement. WHILE THE SEALS VIGILANTLY WATCHED FOR ENEMY ACTIVITY, AN INSURGENT THREW A HAND GRENADE FROM AN UNSEEN LOCATION, WHICH BOUNCED OFF PETTY OFFICER MONSOOR'S CHEST AND LANDED IN FRONT OF HIM. He will receive the award for his actions in Ar. And death. 190126-N-XN177-1115 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2019) Sailors stand in formation during the commissioning ceremony for the guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001), Jan. 26, 2019. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. The Medal of Honor is America's highest decoration for military valor. He attended Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate School and Garden Grove High School in Garden Grove, California and played tight-end on the school's football team, graduating in 1999. MA2 Michael Monsoor Memorial Ceremony 307 views Feb 10, 2020 4 Dislike Share Save Lindsey J 37 subscribers Naval Technical Training Center Lackland honors fallen SEAL MA2 Michael Monsoor in. He ran out into the street with another SEAL, shot cover fire and dragged his comrade to safety while enemy bullets kicked up the concrete at their feet. Forrest Vosler, Biden Awards 3 Soldiers Medals of Honor for Valor, The Erwin Brothers Share Their Grandfather's WWII Medal of Honor Story and Talk About Their Movie "American Underdog. To me, they're worth dying for, because there's a bond between brothers, and that bond transcends blood. I am damn proud of our military. An incredible athlete, Mike enjoyed snowboarding, body boarding, spear fishing, motorcycle riding, and driving his Corvette. Thank-you again for Michael's service and your sacrifice. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. I served with him in the Military and I can tell you that he was humble and would do just about anything asked of him to help. Michael Anthony Monsoor (April 5, 1981 - September 29, 2006) was a United States Navy SEAL who was killed during the Invasion of Iraq and posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. Michael Monsoor is the second Zumwalt-class destroyer to enter the fleet. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. The four had been working with Iraqi soldiers providing sniper security while U.S. and Iraqi forces conducted missions in the area. The men fighting alongside us in the streets are infantrymengrunts. USSMichael Monsoor (DDG-1001), the second ship in the Zumwalt class of guided missile destroyers, was also named in his honor. We have set your language to Delta Platoon was sent to Iraq in April 2006 and assigned to train Iraqi Army soldiers in Ramadi. To use this feature, use a newer browser. A fellow Navy Seal who knew and trained with Monsoor told TruthorFiction.com that he had already earned a Silver Star for Bravery and a Bronze Star for separate acts of valor. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. His fellow soldiers told how he frequently attended mass with devotion before his operations. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Michael Monsoor is a hero for all the world to know about and appreciate. He was an adventuresome boy growing up in Southern California. While moving toward extraction, the Iraqi Army and Naval Special Warfare overwatch team received effective enemy automatic weapons fire resulting in one SEAL wounded in action. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. He was killed in the line of duty while serving in Iraq on September 29, 2006.He died after throwing himself on a grenade to prevent it from killing others whom he had been assigned to protect on a rooftop. Faith conquers all. or redistributed. On March 31, 2008, the United States Department of Defense confirmed that Monsoor would posthumously receive the Medal of Honor. The 1,063 acre site has a firing range, an administration building, and a dormitory. I am Michael Monsoor, I love my country, my fellow SEALS and the men fighting along side us I have lived life to its fullest. While vigilantly watching for enemy activity, an enemy fighter hurled a hand grenade onto the roof from an unseen location. [20], As part of modernization, Garden Grove High School, where Michael Monsoor attended, dedicated the newly built stadium to him, naming it "Michael Monsoor Memorial Stadium". As for his family, please accept my deepest sympathy. The same photo is there. As enemy activity increased, Petty Officer Monsoor took position with his machine gun between two teammates on an outcropping of the roof. There is no comfort here but this is the life I have chosen and there is no place I would rather beand I am ready. The grenade exploded seconds later and Monsoor's body absorbed most of the force of the blast. In the early morning, insurgents prepared to execute a coordinated attack by reconnoitering the area around the element's position. Instead, he dropped onto the grenade to shield the others from the blast. Such an amazing man! Try again later. "He undoubtedly saved mine and the other SEALs'' lives, and we owe him." AS ENEMY ACTIVITY INCREASED, PETTY OFFICER MONSOOR TOOK POSITION WITH HIS MACHINE GUN BETWEEN TWO TEAMMATES ON AN OUTCROPPING OF THE ROOF. Particularly a Military Funeral, held at a Military Cemetary. Mike was also a SEAL communicator. He was also posthumously given the Silver Star for helping carry a wounded team member to safety during an attack, Snopes.com reported. While I only had talked to Monsoor for a brief time in BUD/s, he was in the BUD/s class ahead of me in Class 250, he was a dedicated and stand-up guy. Monsoor was protecting other SEALs, two of whom were 15 feet away from him. [14][15], For heroic achievement in connection with combat operations against the enemy as Task Unit Ramadi, Iraq, Combat Advisor for Naval Special Warfare Task Group Arabian Peninsula in Support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM from April to September 2006. Like most fighting ships, its namesake will be woven into . In the first phase of training, he broke his heel. Your parents and family are also remembered, as they too have borne the pain of your absence. Collectively it weighed more than 100 pounds. His boyhood dream of being a SEAL began to be realized when, at 20 years of age, he joined the Navy. Immediately, Monsoor yelled "Grenade!" and jumped onto the grenade, covering it with his body. THE ENEMY CONTINUED TO ASSAULT THE ELEMENT, ENGAGING THEM WITH A ROCKET-PROPELLED GRENADE AND SMALL ARMS FIRE. I want to make them smile and laugh but I am far from home. Without hesitation and showing no regard for his own life, he threw himself onto the grenade, smothering it to protect his teammates who were lying in close proximity. Get the recap of top opinion commentary and original content throughout the week. GREAT NEWS! Never. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. "The grenade hit Monsoor in the chest before falling to the ground. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial . His face is calm, almost smilingdespite the obvious chaos and danger around him. I love my country, my fellow SEALs, and the men fighting alongside us. The citation accompanying the medal describes how he exposed himself to heavy enemy fire while shielding his teammates with suppressive fire. We honor his service. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Two other SEALs next to him at the time were injured by the explosion but survived. Wasp is underway conducting basic phase inspections and assessments. Mike and his platoon operated in a highly contested part of Ramadi city called the Ma'laab district. INSTANTLY AND WITHOUT REGARD FOR HIS OWN SAFETY, HE THREW HIMSELF ONTO THE GRENADE TO ABSORB THE FORCE OF THE EXPLOSION WITH HIS BODY, SAVING THE LIVES OF HIS TWO TEAMMATES. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Instead, Monsoor chose to protect his comrades by the sacrifice of his own life. Most notably, the Army Infantry, Navy SEAL and Iraqi Army combined force helped to pacify the most violent city in Al Anbar province setting conditions for the Sunni Awakening. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. MASTER-AT-ARMS SECOND CLASS (SEA, AIR AND LAND) MICHAEL A. MONSOOR, MA2 MICHAEL A. MONSOOR, USN with sailors on his tour. "He never took his eye off the grenade, his only movement was down toward it," said a 28-year-old lieutenant who sustained shrapnel wounds to both legs that day. hide-sight in time to escape harm. The grenade hit Monsoor in the chest and fell onto the floor. When the grenade landed in front of him, Michael Monsoor knew that the length of the fuse would not allow him to toss it out. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. A warship that proudly bears his name. As Mike's coffin passed, each SEAL, having removed his gold Trident from his uniform, slapped it down embedding the Trident in the wooden coffin. They are shrouded in a greenish yellow mist used to mask their movements from the enemy. He entered Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training and graduated from Class 250 on September 2, 2004, as one of the top performers in his class. He then reentered a grueling SEAL program where only 23% pass, graduated at the top in the class of 2005 and was assigned to Delta Platoon. The Catholic Offensive Against the Franc How the Ultramontane Newspaper LUnivers Marguerite Bourgeoys: The Story of a Tea TFP Rosary Campaign to Restore America Blog, http://www.navy.mil/moh/Monsoor/bronze.pdf, http://www.blackfive.net/main/2008/04/us-navy-seal-mi.html, http://www.military.com/NewsContent/0,13319,116817,00.html, http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/religion/2006608/posts?page=5. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. UNITED STATES NAVY This browser does not support getting your location. Many of my brothers have fallen. In spite of the chaos and danger which surrounds them, Michael is calm, almost smiling. Michael Monsoor is the second Zumwalt-class destroyer to enter the fleet. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. 1:09 EVERETT One of the Navy's newest destroyers paid a visit to Puget Sound this weekend. Market data provided by Factset. He later had an artist make a reproduction of the image in his dream depicting Michael Monsoor in dress blues with a loaded MK 48 Machine gun and silvery wings. Try again later. At his funeral in San Diego, California, SEALs lined up on both sides of the route of the pallbearers and loudly slapped gold tridents from their uniforms on the wooden casket as a tribute to their fallen comrade.The Truth:The story is true and, despite the comment about not being reported by the media, was given coverage by several news outlets across the U.S. including Fox news. As shown at the end of the tribute video linked below, during Monsoor's funeral service, as the casket was taken from the hearse to the gravesite, fellow SEALs lined up in two columns to slap and embed the gold Tridents (a pin, pictured above, awarded for successful completion of SEAL Qualification Training) from their uniforms onto the top of Monsoor's coffin: (We believe the photograph of the coffin displayed above was actually taken at the funeral of fellow SEAL James Suh, who gave his life in Afghanistan on 28 June 2005. I thought you might like to see a memorial for MA2 Michael Anthony Monsoor I found on Findagrave.com. The Early Years. Because of Petty Officer Monsoor's actions, he saved the lives of his 3 teammates and the IA soldiers," an account on his Congressional Medal of Honor Web site reports. The grenade hit him in the chest and bounced onto the deck. There were also several blogs that called the whole story a rumor, citing that it was impossible to embed the trident pins and line them up so well as the casket moved between the lines of SEALs. Over the years, many who have received the medal have given their lives in the action that earned it. Delta Platoon executed a broad spectrum of combat operations in and around Ramadi. As the coffin passed, video shows each SEAL slapping down the gold Trident from his uniform and deeply embedding it in Monsoor's wooden coffin. . His quiet demeanor and dedication to his friends matched the "Silent Warrior" SEAL mentality that was to become his calling in life. This was a fitting send-off for a warrior hero. The grenade hit Monsoor in the chest before falling to the ground. I am so proud to be a part of this Band of Brothers. Monsoor's story was covered by several media outlets, including Fox News and The Los Angeles Times. By his undaunted courage, fighting spirit, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of certain death, Petty Officer Monsoor gallantly gave his life for his country, thereby reflecting great credit upon himself and upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. Because of Petty Officer Monsoor's actions, he saved the lives of his 3 teammates and the IA soldiers. In May of 2006, during his first month in Iraq, his unit came under fire during counter-terrorist operations. Bullet holes cover the rubbled buildings. Learn more about merges. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Salvation Army . This act of heroism earned him a Silver Star and a reputation for putting others first. October 14, 2019 | Fort Sam Houston, TX. He then finishes his speech with the words he imagines Michael saying to him. Instead, Monsoor chose to protect his comrades by the sacrifice of his own life. Add to your scrapbook. This account has been disabled. Petty Officer Second Class (SEAL) Michael A. Monsoor will receive the Medal of Honor posthumously in a ceremony at the White House April 8, 2008. [2][4] When he was a child, Monsoor was afflicted with asthma but strengthened his lungs by racing his siblings in the family's swimming pool. May you always rest in peace knowing that we remember you and your sacrifice. Verify and try again. The eRumor describes the funeral of Navy petty officer Mike Monsoor, who lost is own life in Iraq to save the lives of other Navy SEALs. His life and unfortunate death are inspiring. He was also a SEAL communicator which required him to carry a rucksack full of communications equipment in addition to his MK 48 machine gun full of ammunition. Petty Officer 2nd Class Monsoor sacrificed his life to save his comrades by throwing himself on top of a grenade that Iraqi insurgents tossed into their sniper hideout. Is this story true? After BUD/S, he completed advanced SEAL training courses including parachute training at Basic Airborne School, Fort Benning, Ga., cold weather combat training in Kodiak, Alaska, and six months of SEAL Qualification Training in Coronado, graduating in March 2005. Ahead of the ceremony, Master-At-Arms 2nd Class (SEAL) Michael Monsoors teammates share his story of his courageous and selfless actions. I try to honor his life and death by remembering his example and trying to emulate it because even when he was faced with some of the least September 22, 2018 | Arlington, WA | Military. That picture says so much. Mike and his fellow SEALs accounted for 84 enemy fighters killed in action and the detainment of numerous insurgents. One of the survivors described how Mikey looked death in the face that day and said, You cannot take my brothers, I will go in their stead.5, He never took his eye off the grenade, his only movement was down and toward it, said a 28-year-old lieutenant who lived to tell the story. Monsoor's position made him the only SEAL on the rooftop with quick access to an escape route. I know because my father and brother were also gruntsproud Marine riflemen. In the picture, his brother SEALs are nearbybut Mikey is out front. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. He continued to provide effective suppressive fire while simultaneously dragging the wounded SEAL to safety. He took a lead position to protect the platoon from frontal assault and the team was frequently involved in engagements with insurgent fighters. Example: [Collected via e-mail, July 2008]. This material may not be reproduced without permission. Petty Officer Monsoor's actions could not have been more selfless or clearly intentional. A burial will be held on Wednesday, May 3rd 2023 at the King David Memorial Gardens (7482 Lee Hwy, Falls Church, VA 22042). or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Without hesitation and showing no regard for his own life, he threw himself onto the grenade, smothering it to protect his teammates who were lying in close proximity. Monsoor quickly smothered the grenade with his body, absorbing the resulting explosion and saving his comrades from serious injury or death. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 2001 and graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training BUD/S class 250 in 2004.

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