[Imal]

That's a long way from our coast for a Coastie to die.

Approaching one of those suicide boats to board it takes courage I will never dream of having.

When I first heard about this, my first thought was "who the hell would be crazy enough to try boarding a boat loaded with explosives and would-be martyrs?" and "what were they thinking?".

No doubt what they were thinking was that the crew and materials on one of these boats might lead us to their origin, and make it possible to prevent future attacks.

I am certain that this sailor, along with all the others on the team, knew exactly what they were getting into. And they did it anyway.

That is the sort of valor and gallantry that Congress should take note of.

A crisp salute to this sailor and his fallen shipmates for service to our nation beyond any call of duty. And tears at the continuing loss of some of the bravest and finest people our nation can produce.

[OneLoyalAmerican]

Since 9/11, the potential exists at home too. Every boarded boat has potential risk for the boarding team.