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Severely Wounded Heroes

Joshua Brubaker

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. (Ret.)

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Joshua Before His Injury

Joshua's Incredible Story of Bravery & Patriotism

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Joshua Brubaker grew up in Bakersfield, California in a family of six. Joshua always wanted to join the military. He made a deal with his mother that he would finish college first, and then join the United States Marine Corps. Joshua achieved an A.S. degree in Criminal Justice and enlisted shortly thereafter.

He was deployed to Afghanistan in the Musa Qala district, South Helmand Province. His team was sent on a mission where Joshua stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) which knocked him unconscious. He lost his left foot in the blast and his right foot was severely injured. Joshua was flown to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and underwent daily surgeries, where he continued to fight for his life. Due to infections, both of his legs were eventually amputated.

Optimistic, Joshua stated he was, “saved by the grace of God” and was able to make a full recovery. He attended physical therapy sessions and surgeries in order to adapt to his new prosthetic legs. Joshua officially retired as a Corporal of Marines in August, 2015.

He now hopes to become a gunsmith in his hometown. The Gary Sinise Foundation was honored to provide a specially adapted smart home for Joshua and his family.

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We Proudly Built A Custom Home for Joshua

The Gary Sinise Foundation was proud to build a custom home for Joshua 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

Joshua Brubaker

Because of you, families live in peace. Because of you, hope endures. Thank you for giving so much.
S. Garcia
Maine
FOREVER RESPECT AND GRATITUDE 🇺🇸
A. Jenkins
Minnesota
Joshua, may your days be filled with light and love. You are cherished by this country.
A. Martinez
Iowa
Joshua, the path you’ve walked is not an easy one, yet your courage shines through every step. We honor you.
C. Page
Virginia
Thank you for your service
W. Graham
Oregon
Joshua, you remind us that heroes are real, and they walk among us. Thank you for your service.
D. Tyler
Hawaii
THANK YOU JOSHUA 🙏 YOUR COURAGE IS LEGENDARY.
O. Anderson
Mississippi
The resilience you show is a gift to us all. Thank you for living with such determination.
M. Williams
California
We see your courage. We remember your sacrifice. We honor you Joshua.
D. Ball
Florida
You carry a bravery that cannot be measured. We are deeply grateful to you Joshua.
P. Hale
Montana
Your sacrifice gave us more than freedom. It gave us an example of selflessness we can look to every day.
S. Hamilton
Maryland
Your spirit reflects what is best in this nation. We will never forget the price you paid.
S. Douglas
Missouri
  

 
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