Arrr! A National Guard matey met Davy Jones days after Christmas, but fear not, 'twas no cannonball that did him in!
2024-12-30
Arrr, me hearties! A brave swab from the Indiana crew, sent sailin' to the sands of Iraq for the grand Operation Inherent Resolve, met his fate not in battle, but in a mishap. The higher-ups be spillin' the beans on this sad tale come Monday! Avast!
Ahoy mateys! Gather 'round and let me spin ye a yarn of a brave soul from the Indiana Army National Guard, one Captain Eric Richard Hart, a swashbuckler of 34 winters! Alas, he met his untimely fate not in the heat of battle, but in a most peculiar "non-combat related incident" whilst on foreign shores in Iraq, just after the jolly Christmas festivities.On the 28th day of December, as the frosty winds blew, our good Captain took his final voyage whilst lendin' a hand in Operation Inherent Resolve. Arrr, the details of his departure remain shrouded in mystery, as the powers that be are investigatin' this curious affair.
This fine fellow served his country for eleven long years, adornin' his chest with medals aplenty, includin' the Meritorious Service Medal and the Army Commendation Medal. He began his noble journey as a second lieutenant back in 2015, trained at Camp Atterbury, no less!
The Indiana National Guard mourns his loss, callin' him an "integral part" of their crew, and they extend their heartfelt condolences to his kin. As the seas of time roll on, Captain Hart shall be remembered for his valor and dedication, a true pirate of the land! Fair winds to ye, brave Captain!