PURPLE HEART

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by Jeremiah Ridgeway

Uploaded 24 Feb 2008 — 18 favorites

© Jeremiah Ridgeway

Jason Westbrook 23, is a soldier serving with the 10th. Mountain Division and shares his combat wounds from Afghanistan.During an insurgent bait mission, Spc.Westbrook received shrapnel wounds to this neck, hand and face. He has since had several surgeries and recovered most of the use in his hand.

7 responses

  • Sanjin Lopatic

    Sanjin Lopatic said (24 Feb 2008):

    I am glad to hear that he is okay, that he survived and recovered. Congratulations on Purple Heart, bravery of man like J.W. will never be forgotten. Thanks to their sacrifice, we can enjoy life here in US.
    Thank you.

  • Benn Bell

    Benn Bell gave props (24 Feb 2008):

    Great shot!

  • Tom Mertens

    Tom Mertens gave props (12 May 2008):

    A very powerful image.

  • Amy Smith

    Amy Smith said (22 Oct 2008):

    nice shot. I love it and hate it at the same time. I hate to see our people hurt but proud and thankful for all the brave young men and woman serving in this war, to protect our country. Thank You.

  • Suzy Jones

    Suzy Jones gave props (11 Apr 2009):

    "Freedom isn't free" is not just a cliche. My eighteen year old son is giving his all every day in Afghanistan; sleeping with rats. My son that I would give my own life for and I would not want him anywhere else because our country and our freedom is worth it. This young man, my son, and all of our military are heroes not to be forgotten for their sacrifices and bravery.

  • Nicole Roberts

    Nicole Roberts said (13 Apr 2009):

    This photo tells such an amazing story...it will stay with me for a long time.

  • Will Simon

    Will Simon gave props (12 Sep 2009):

    All your work is amazing. each tells its own story, such deep emotion.

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