In Memory OfLCpl Gregory A. Posey

LCpl Gregory A. Posey, 22, U.S.M.C., born March 26, 1987, was killed in action on July 30, 2009. Posey was a Rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment and deployed to Afghanistan. While conducting a dismounted patrol in the Helmand Province, his squad was ambushed by Taliban forces. During the intense firefight, Posey was struck by enemy fire. He was quickly evacuated to the nearest medical facility, but he and one of his brothers-in-arms passed from their injuries shortly after. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!