In Memory OfSSgt Charles I. Cartwright

SSgt Charles I. Cartwright, 26, U.S.M.C., born March 23, 1983, was killed in action on November 7, 2009. Cartwright was a Recon Marine with 1st Marine Special Operations Battalion and deployed to the Middle East five times. While on patrol in Afghanistan, his unit was attacked and he was shot. Cartwright got up and administered aid to a wounded man until a medic came. Refusing treatment for himself, he provided cover fire until he passed from his injuries. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart with OLC and the Silver Star. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!