Theresa and I did not notice him at the start of the closing articles. In the back of the room sat a muscular man in combat fatigues. At the end of the hearing we were told by Frank Wuterich that Captain Lucas McConnell would like to meet us. We exited the courtroom and were met by this enormous officer outside of the building. It was Captain McConnell. The Capt introduced himself and told us he was just checking up on HIS MARINE. A man of incredible integrity and honor. As you know, Captain McConnell was Justin’s commanding officer, CO of Kilo Company.
Theresa and I had talked with McConnell on numerous occasions prior to the Article 32. McConnell gave Justin a copy of Teddy Roosevelt’s “A Strenuous Life” during his 1st tour. He presented it to Justin on Christmas Day, 2004.
What a classy Marine! What a honorable man! While under charges for this same Haditha incident, he took the time to meet and talk with us at length. I just want to scream......The media and politicians need to be crucified for what they are doing to Our Haditha Marines.
Bravo to Capt Lucas McConnell—he** of a man..He** of a Marine
Darryl Sharratt
WE HAVE NOT YET BEGUN TO FIGHT BACK, DARRYL!!!!!
But tonight...
CELEBRATE!!!!
Darryl - I cannot begin to tell you how happy I am for you, Theresa and Justin. Your strength through all of this has been an inspiration for me and gave me even more incentive to keep writing about this. I knew all along that this was a travesty and our Marines were part of grand plan to discredit the Marines, the President and our Country. Get some rest because we are going to fight right along beside you to make those who set this horrendous action in motion!
Congratulations and God Bless You and Your Family!