In Memory OfLCpl Alec E. Catherwood

LCpl Alec E. Catherwood, 19, U.S.M.C., born May 6, 1991, was killed in action on October 14, 2010. Catherwood was a Machine Gunner with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division and deployed to Afghanistan. While conducting a dismounted patrol in Helmand Province, his unit was ambushed by Taliban forces. During the chaotic firefight, Catherwood passed away when he was struck by enemy small arms fire. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and has a highway and a scholarship program named in his honor. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!