Tuesday, May 29, 2018

America's Newest Stealth Destroyer Has The Greatest Namesake To Live Up To - The Drive

America's Newest Stealth Destroyer Has The Greatest Namesake To Live Up To - The Drive
180201-N-N2201-001"In January 19th, 2019, the Zumwalt class destroyer USS Michael Monsoor (DDG-1001) will be commissioned into Navy service. 
Like most fighting ships, its namesake will be woven into its unique culture. 
But DDG-1001's name will be an especially powerful beacon of bravery and selflessness, and above all else, an example of commitment to one's fellow teammates. 
By Joseph Trevithick-Posted in THE WAR ZONE
Michael Monsoor's life story is as complex as anyone's, but how he ended up being posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor really wasn't. 
Before becoming a Navy SEAL, he was a kid from Long Beach that battled asthma...
As part of SEAL Team Three, he spent a lot of time in Iraq, as so many SEALs did. 
During this time there his penchant for bravery became abundantly clear even while operating among other SEAL legends like Chris Kyle. 
...But his Medal of Honor came via a far greater sacrifice that occurred months later..."
Read more about this American hero.



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