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Severely Wounded Heroes

Benjamin Harrow

U.S. Army Capt. (Ret.)

Benjamin was leading a team of Green Berets on an anti-terrorism mission in Afghanistan, when he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED). He lost both legs above the knee, two fingers, and a large portion of flesh from his right forearm.

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Benjamin's Incredible Story of Bravery & Patriotism

Retired U.S. Army Captain Benjamin Harrow is an accomplished officer and a decorated American hero. He attended the United States Military Academy at West Point and received the Unsung Hero award his senior year. In 2006, he prepared for his first 15-month combat deployment to Iraq and earned the rank of Captain. On May 15, 2012, while deployed in Afghanistan, Benjamin was leading a team of Green Berets on an anti-terrorism mission when he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED). He lost both legs above the knee, two fingers, and a large portion of flesh from his right forearm.

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Wall of Gratitude

Benjamin Harrow

Benjamin, may blessings of peace and strength surround you and your family each day.
B. Scott
Hawaii
Your courage is not forgotten.
W. Welch
Alaska
Benjamin, your journey shows that heroism doesn’t end with the battlefield. You keep inspiring long after the fight.
G. Chambers
Mississippi
Deep respect 🇺🇸
C. Doyle
Texas
THANK YOU BENJAMIN 🙌 YOU REMIND US WHAT SERVICE TRULY IS.
J. Stevenson
Idaho
The way you’ve overcome loss shows others that life can still hold meaning after pain.
S. Lamb
Tennessee
Your grit is unmatched. It challenges us all to live with more courage.
C. Lee
Alabama
Your sacrifice gave us more than safety, it gave us an example of devotion and love.
P. Hall
Minnesota
  

 
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