Frank Wuterich is an American hero. He is a man who will stand and be counted. When his country called, he shouted his reply. S/Sgt Frank Wuterich is a United States Marine.
On 19 November 2005, S/Sgt Frank Wuterich led his 3rd squad- 3/1 Kilo Company Marines on a re-supply mission in Haditha, Iraq. The fourth Humvee in the convoy was hit by an IED. One Marine was killed, two others were severely wounded. The Marines were taking small arms fire from various locations around their position. S/Sgt Wuterich and his remaining Marines tended the wounded, secured defensive positions, called for assistance and returned fire against hostile insurgents. Wuterich and his comrades followed the ROE, implemented their training and survived this firefight in Haditha.
My Family and I have been praying for Frank and his family. Our thoughts have always been with them. Our strength has become their strength. Rosemarie and David, we know your pain. Soon, it will be gone. Your son is a hero, and the American people will not let their heroes down. When you enter the courtroom on 13th September, thousands of Freepers, thousands of Americans will give you strength. Frank is a good man, a good Marine, and God will not let him down. Our prayers are with you. Semper Fi Marine mom.
God Bless Our Haditha Marines
Darryl, Theresa, Jaclyn, Justin
I don’t know what to say - except THANK YOU for posting this!
I can only add the words of a man we both respect...
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"The two best ways to support SSgt Wuterich is to keep the public eye on his proceedings. Keeping a light on the Headquarters Marine Corps political and administrative manipulations also provides a light to exhibit the generals' red faces. In addition, let SSgt Frank Wuterich and his family know there are a large number of people in this country that would be glad to shake his hand with pride for his exceptional service."
Semper Fi.
Bob Weimann,
LtCol, USMC Ret.
Former Commanding Officer, Kilo Company, 3/1
Joining in with prayers up for this good Marine and his family. A shame it even got this far...truly a shame.