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The Death of What Might Have Been

Carrie FisherStephen Ambrose wrote that “the greatest casualty of war is the death of what might have been.”

Today would have been Spc. Carrie French’s 21st birthday. But Carrie is no longer with us to celebrate this milestone birthday.

Carrie (from Cladwell, ID) was killed in action on June 5, 2005 in Kirkuk, Iraq when an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded and hit her vehicle.

Since initially writing about Carrie’s ultimate sacrifice for her country, I’ve been honored to receive numerous emails and comments from Carrie’s family, friends, Soldiers who served with her, and other Soldiers just voicing their support.

Like this one from CMSgt Michael R. Parris:

Today is Independence Day and I’m thinking of Carrie; I’m thinking of her sacrifice and the sacrifice of so many that have gone before her to defend the freedoms we enjoy everyday. We’ll be celebrating our Nation’s Birthday today with barbecues, picnics, and fireworks, but we’ll also be celebrating Carrie and the many others “Who Gave All”,  the lives they lived — the examples they’ve set. We’ll also be saying “Thank You” in our hearts for these very special people! May God continue to bless and keep them at his side until we all meet again — and may God Bless America!

And this one from her childhood best friend:

My name is Ashley Cummings and Carrie and I were best friends since about the 6th grade. I loved her so much and will never forget that girl. I know she is watching over us all. I just never want her to be forgotten.she is such a beautiful person. She will always and forever be my hero. I miss you Carrie

And this one from Becky, the mother of Carrie’s boyfriend (SPC Matt Harvey):

I don’t want people to forget her! She is not a statistic but rather a fallen soldier who was loved by so many.

We are still very proud of Carrie’s service to our country as well as to the people of Iraq. She lived life well and brought sunshine where there was darkness.

Carrie has not been forgotten. Happy Birthday, Carrie.

Posted by Robbie Cooper on Wednesday, February 28th, 2007 | Trackback |

3 Responses to “The Death of What Might Have Been”

Happy Birthday, Carrie. You and others will never be forgotton.

Left by Anonymous on February 28th, 2007 at 10:10 am

Happy Birthday, Carrie!

Left by kw on February 28th, 2007 at 11:26 am

Happy birthday Carrie.

I have not forgotten. I will be eternally grateful for the sacrifice you made so that I might live free.

Left by Robbie Cooper on February 28th, 2008 at 5:03 pm

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