My trip back up to Washington in January
2001 had a stop along the way, Mom and I went to Ft. Bragg to spend time with
my unit and attend the ALL RANKS BALL. The day before the ball, I was
awarded the Army Achievement Medal at a luncheon held in my honor. My First
Sergeant gave me a dedicated print from my unit that I will cherish my whole
life. I could not believe how many soldiers and officers came to the luncheon.
It was hard to imagine that they were talking about ME,
with some of the words and stories that
they told.
| “PFC Lynch’s sheer determination
has been an inspiration for all; after sustaining a severe head injury
during the French RUE he has fought and made a near complete recovery.
His willingness and dedication to rehabilitate himself and the seemingly
endless positive attitude is an inspiration to all.” |
I gave a small speech thanking them all
for not leaving me, a fallen comrade behind, I know that the continued support
of my unit had given me the encouragement to not give up! Leaving Ft Bragg
and heading back toWashington DC the afternoon of the 13th of January was
so hard, I knew that my days in the Army were numbered, I was going back to
Walter Reed Hospital to finish the paperwork for my Medical Board and my
Retirement from the Army.
I so badly want to be back at Bragg with
my unit!
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