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  • The Army, VA, VFW, & DAV Leave One Soldier Behind. Wounded Soldier Homeless Since 2006.

    09/13/2009 4:25:07 PM PDT · by American Liberty Republic · 3 replies · 897+ views
    American Liberty Republic ^ | 9/13-2009 | American Liberty Republic
    One wounded Marine meets a wounded Soldier. One runs for Congress, the other lives on the streets. After 3 year LeGer will get some VA support. Daniel Gilyeat, a Marine, lost his left leg to an IED in Iraq. Joseph LeGer, a Soldier, lost his left leg to an IED in Afghanistan. Beyond their service and injuries, the two American Heroes are a contrast in experiences. LeGer stood with an uncovered wound. Gilyeat stood with a mechanical leg. Gilyeat said he asked questions, scratched....
  • This Sunday they build a home for wounded Marine hero on ABC's Extreme Home (my title)

    02/07/2008 7:32:39 PM PST · by RDTF · 51 replies · 452+ views
    ABC ^ | not specified | not specified
    Daniel Gilyeat is a decorated U.S. marine and a loving father to his children, having served not one but two tours in Iraq. During the second tour he volunteered for, he was out on a mission when a bomb hit his truck. He suffered major injuries and lost his left leg above the knee. In addition, his marriage ended and he suddenly became a single father. As with many soldiers, deployment had put a huge stress on his marriage. But despite these setbacks and personal battles, 25 days after losing his leg, Daniel was up and walking with a prosthetic...