America, meet another one of your soldiers, 26 year old Sergeant Gene Braxton. Sergeant Braxton survived the deadly blast of a road side bomb in Iraq, twice.

A year ago, as Iraqi fighters detonated a bomb that shattered his convoy, Army Sgt. Gene Braxton led survivors scrambling out of their Humvees in the hot dusty haze to hunt for the triggermen.

Five months later, a bigger roadside bomb rocked the armored vehicle Braxton was in. Reeling from a concussion, he dragged a wounded buddy to safety.

Sergeant Gene Braxton, along with 639 of his comrades in arms, just reenlisted in your Army. I’m proud of this young sergeant, I hope that you are too. Sgt Hook out.

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Sgt Braxton is a remarkable man. But then so are all our American soldiers. God bless and stay safe.

Comment by Dogkees — 17 May 2006 @ 0511

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These people inspire me everyday. Thanks for sharing their stories.

Comment by Cristin — 17 May 2006 @ 0953

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Glad to hear Sgt. Braxton made it through those two bombs. I’m very proud of him and all of his fellow soldiers, and thankful that he and the others are willing to continue serving.

I read a Washington Post article in the news this morning saying that some returning Iraqi vets were bitter because Americans seem to be disinterrested in the war, more interrested in American Idol, and not understanding of what is going on in Iraq. It said that for many, the gratitude they felt upon returning was soon replaced by bitter impressions of a country that seems to have forgotten that there are large scale combat operations going on.

The article says that a number of vets feel this way, but the examples listed are very few, and not all seem to be supportive of the view expressed by the headline, so I’m not sure about the validity of the story (no real suprise there). However, if there are any veterans who don’t feel appreciated, that is simply not acceptable. We must do everything we can to make sure these warriors like Sgt. Braxton know how much we appreciate the hardships and sacrafices they have endured and many will continue enduring for the rest of their lives.

Comment by Anthony — 17 May 2006 @ 1356

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What a warrior!

Y’know it really speaks loudly when men like Sgt. Braxton and 639 others reenlist to keep fighting a war that they know more about than any of us civilians. It’s quite awe-inspiring.

I think it’s beyond being a shame that more Americans aren’t hearing about such acts of heroism and bravery in the MSM. It’s malicious. Thanks for bringing us this story CSM!

Comment by Texas Gal — 20 May 2006 @ 1604

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yup thats my borther in law. saved my behind in one of those roadside bombs. we both re-enlisted. he just plans to do it alot longer than i do.

God bless him

Comment by Gsco — 3 May 2007 @ 0702

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