In Memory OfSGT Christopher T. Griffin

SGT Christopher T. Griffin, 24, U.S. Army, born April 10, 1985, was killed in action on October 3, 2009. Griffin was a Cavalry Scout with 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division in Afghanistan. During the Battle of Kadesh, Taliban forces attacked his outpost. Griffin hopped into a Humvee in an attempt to defend the base when it was hit by RPGs. As he left the vehicle to find a position where he could provide cover, he was struck by enemy fire. For his service, Griffin earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!