Miracles and courage at Walter Reed.(LETTERS)

From: The Washington Times (Washington, DC) | Date: March 6, 2007 | Copyright information

Byline: THE WASHINGTON TIMES

Two nights ago at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, I had the distinct honor to visit some of the Army Rangers and Air Force Pararescue forces who were seriously injured in Afghanistan when their helicopter crashed in inclement weather. A number of things about my visit stand in stark contrast to how most of news outlets are reporting on our war effort and the state of affairs at Walter Reed ("Fix Walter Reed," Editorial, yesterday).

A parent the father of a Pararescue airman marveled at the courage and heroism displayed by his son and his ...

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