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Severely Wounded Heroes

Jeremy Haynes

U.S. Army Maj. (Ret.)

While serving as an aide-de-camp to a general officer, Jeremy was shot four times by an Afghanistan Soldier. The life-threatening wounds resulted in immediate paralysis below his waist, severed vena cava, and multiple limb salvage surgeries.

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Jeremy Haynes Before Being Shot

Jeremy's Incredible Story of Bravery & Patriotism

Jeremy is a retired U.S. Army Major. A native of Albany, Georgia, he decided to join the military after watching the horrific events unfold on September 11, 2001. Commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant into the Quartermaster Corp in 2004 from Georgia Military Academy, Jeremy has served in the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 82nd Airborne Division, American Red Cross National Headquarters (Training with Industry), Army Logistics University, and the Combined Security Transition Command -Afghanistan. Also, he has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.

On August 5, 2014, while serving as an aide-de-camp to a general officer, Jeremy was shot four times by an Afghanistan Soldier. The life-threatening wounds resulted in immediate paralysis below his waist, severed vena cava, and multiple right leg limb salvage surgeries. He was eventually evacuated to Walter Reed National Medical Center where he was greeted by his 3-month pregnant wife.

Although Jeremy's doctor informed him that fragments of the bullet would forever remain in his spinal cord, 80% of the nerves in Jeremy's lower extremities were severed. To further the anguish, the doctor informed Jeremy that he will never walk again, much less be able to stand. Through the support of family and friends, Jeremy managed to stand and walk short distances with the use of leg braces and canes.

The Gary Sinise Foundation was honored to provide Jeremy and his family with a specially adapted smart home. Jeremy is a dedicated husband and father, whose infectious optimism allows him to live each day to the fullest.

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We Proudly Built A Custom Home for Jeremy

The Gary Sinise Foundation was proud to build a custom home for Jeremy specially adapted to his unique needs.

We've built homes all across the nation for America's most severely wounded heroes. Every home is fully custom and 100% mortgage-free. Learn more about our custom homebuilding programs and support our efforts. Make a donation today.

Wall of Gratitude

Jeremy Haynes

God bless you Jeremy, may you and your family feel peace tonight.
S. Turner
Maryland
I hope you feel how much you matter, how much your service means.
A. Wallace
Maryland
I’m proud just to know your name.
N. Becker
Wyoming
Jeremy, I can’t imagine the road you’ve walked, but I’m thankful every day for what you gave.
R. Harmon
Indiana
Jeremy, you inspire people who don’t even know you personally. That’s a legacy.
L. Higgins
Alabama
so much respect 🙏
R. Cole
South Carolina
THANK YOU JEREMY
J. Doyle
South Carolina
The courage you’ve shown sits heavy on my heart in the best way.
B. Arnold
Arkansas
We owe you more than words, but thank you for your service
M. Robinson
Maine
Your strength makes me want to be braver in my own life.
M. Simon
Illinois
  

 
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