American Soldier K.I.A. Sheds Light On War

Email | Brian M. Wood

[MyBrotherIsAnAmericanHero]

Hey Mike, Sorry about getting this off kinda late, been pretty hectic around here recently. Not quite sure what you're hearing from the news, I don't get a whole lot of time to follow it. For the most I feel that the Iraqi people actually appreciate us being here. The attacks that are happening are basically a result of unemployment, and a few terrorists (or whatever you want to call them) paying people off to do the attacks. From what I've heard from the locals around my sector they are pretty much just trying to do what they can to improve their quality of life. But when so many people are out of jobs, they will pretty much do anything they can to make ends meet to provide for themselves and their families. There are many issues that need to be resolved as far as rebuilding their country. And though the people want as many issues resolved as quickly as possible, they can't be resolved that way in an efficient manner. There are already many Iraqi police and ICDC which are basically the guys we are going after, and they use the support of the coalition forces as a cover, so the rest of the people won't be able to fight back. So it may be a long road ahead, but for the large majority of the Iraqi people, they want us here, and they want us to help them rebuild. That always makes me feel good about being here, actually making a difference in these people's lives and giving them opportunities they've never had. It always amazes me how people don't think we should be here. I don't think they really understand what life is like here and how these people were treated. But I suppose most people will never understand that. Well, it's great to hear you're enjoying your new house. I might have to take a trip up there once my time is up. I'll send ya e-mails when I can. Brian

[DLfromthedesert]

I don't know how to thank your family for sustaining the loss of such a precious member for OUR freedom. God Bless your wonderful brother and God Bless you and your family.

[Victoria Delsoul]

May your brother rest in perpetual peace.

[McGavin999]

I know that God is holding your brother close. There is nothing more noble than a man who sacrifices his life for others. I can't tell you how proud we are that men like your brother are made here, they are us, they are the BEST of us.

Don't ever let anyone tell you that his death was for nothing. God knows, we know, and the Iraqi people know just how much his life mattered.

We mourn his loss with you.

[risk]

There are already many Iraqi police and ICDC [Iraqi Civil Defence Corps] which are basically the guys we are going after, and they use the support of the coalition forces as a cover, so the rest of the people won't be able to fight back.

Sounds like a major challenge...

[JulieRNR21]

Thanks for the pings....I have emailed this story everywhere as requested.

What an outstanding American young Sgt. Brian Woods was.....and what a tragic loss.

America is grateful that torch of the 'greatest generation' has been passed on to many in Brian's generation.

May God comfort his family.

[Smartass]

Thank You...

[admiralsn]

I am so sorry for your loss, but at the same time you are to be so proud of your brother. He is an American hero, and should be the model that all young people look up to. Grieve your loss, but take comfort in the fact that your brother will always be remembered as a GREAT American. Prayers for you and your family.

[tuckrdout]

Here, Here! Aptly put.

[sport]

BTTT

[BattleFlag]

Brian, for what you have sacrificed for myself and my family I am eternally grateful.

My God keep you close by his side for none deserve it more than he who has laid down his life for his fellow man.

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Welcome to Free Republic Brian's brother.

I pray that you will find comfort in the days ahead.

[kcvl]

Your brother is definitely an AMERICAN HERO!

GOD BLESS you all. Your family will be in our prayers.

[IPWGOP]

Your brother in indeed an American Hero. I offer you my deepest sympathies on your loss, and American's loss.

I think your goal of getting his final email message out to Americans is a noble and worthy cause. I have put his story on our website, www.IowaPresidentialWatch.com -- here is the link to the story: http://www.iowapresidentialwatch.com/dailyArchive/JUNE2004/06-04-04.htm#brianwood

And here is the photo-graphic I've done, in two sizes. Maybe folks will be able to use it to send to others...

[lainde]

bttt

[Miss Marple]

Thank you for posting this e-mail and telling us about your brother. He is, indeed, a hero. You and your family will be in my prayers, for the loss of such a man is great. God bless you all.

[lysie]

Thank you for posting that email. God Bless your brother ,you and your family.

[DeaconRed]

"MyBrotherIsAnAmericanHero

HE SURE IS
THANK GOD FOR AMERICANS LIKE HIM
He is now in the loving arms of GOD.

[DollyCali]

Thank you for registering & for posting this. I am sorry about the loss of your brother... May he rest in peace & may you & the others left behind, all gain comfort in the wonderful memories of the past - some of which you generously shared in this thread.

God Bless you!

(and Welcome to FRee Republic)

I will be sending this out to my email list...& the link. Most of my list do lurk/read.

[Chieftain]

Great work, Linda! It is a fitting tribute to An American Hero.

[PigRigger]

"As long as God grants me the ability to know love, I will love your brother and all his brothers and sisters in arms. In a personal sense, he is not my son. In an American sense, he is very much my son. While his death — and those of each precious American son and daughter in uniform — rips my heart, he has made me deeply, humbly, unshakably proud....."

Your words echo the sentiments I find myself feeling every day I hear or read that another of our courageous troops has been killed or injured. They are poignant and well stated.

MBIAAH - Your brother's, and all his comrades, sacrifices will never be forgotten or lost on my family. I have two young daughters who have yet to understand the reality of the world we live in. They, will soon inherit a world that will be dictated by our countries actions now. When I hold them, carry them in my arms, say their prayers with them - I understand all to well that men and women like your brother are attempting to make it a safer place for them.

I will never forget what your brother has done for my family and my country.

May God be with all of them as they bring the fight to the enemies of freedom.

[baseballmom]

Please accept our condolences on the death of your brother, Sgt. Brian Wood.

I pray we are worthy of his sacrifice. May God welcome Brian into His loving embrace, and comfort you and your family.

Thank you Sgt. Brian Wood, for my family's protection and freedom. God bless you.