Captain McGrue and Chaplain Randall
Captain McGrue...a true Officer and a GentlemanOn March 29th Capt. McGrue was shot only 1/4" shy of his throat (his body armor saved his life). McGrue asked Chaplain Randall for a Word for the day and this is what was offered:
Psalm 41:2 The LORD will protect him and preserve his life; he will bless him in the land and not surrender him to the desire of his foes.We serve an awesome God! Trust him with your life...your eternal life.
Psalm 41:2 The LORD will protect him and preserve his life; he will bless him in the land and not surrender him to the desire of his foes.We serve an awesome God! Trust him with your life...your eternal life.
17 APRIL 2007 FOB HAMMER
The Assassins of Alpha Troop, 3-1 CAV, gathered tonight to recognize their Troop Commander, CPT Arthur "Gru" McGrue, as he received the Purple Heart Award for his actions during a combat patrol in March 2007. CPT McGrue was shot and wounded while engaging enemy forces, and as a result of his body armor was able to live and tell about it. COL Grigsby, the 3BCT Commander, gave some remarks and complimented CPT McGrue on "getting back in the saddle" by leading his Troop on a patrol the very next day which demonstrated exceptional leadership. CPT McGrue told his Soldiers that one of the lessons he learned was to "always expect the unexpected" in combat in order to survive. He also thanked God for the preservation of his life. Congratulations to CPT McGrue.
The Assassins of Alpha Troop, 3-1 CAV, gathered tonight to recognize their Troop Commander, CPT Arthur "Gru" McGrue, as he received the Purple Heart Award for his actions during a combat patrol in March 2007. CPT McGrue was shot and wounded while engaging enemy forces, and as a result of his body armor was able to live and tell about it. COL Grigsby, the 3BCT Commander, gave some remarks and complimented CPT McGrue on "getting back in the saddle" by leading his Troop on a patrol the very next day which demonstrated exceptional leadership. CPT McGrue told his Soldiers that one of the lessons he learned was to "always expect the unexpected" in combat in order to survive. He also thanked God for the preservation of his life. Congratulations to CPT McGrue.
I know Chris is disappointed that he was not able to attend the ceremony. Capt. McGrue is a VERY special person to Chris and I'm sure he would really have liked to have been there. Chris is not scheduled to return from Camp Victory until tomorrow. Capt. McGrue is quite the officer and I am so thankful that God spared his life. There are many people at FOB Hammer that feel much safer because Capt. McGrue is by their side.
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