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Severely Wounded Heroes

Rusty Dunagan

U.S. Army Sgt. (Ret.)

Rusty Dunagan always knew he would join the military. After the 9/11 attacks, his conviction only grew stronger. During his second overseas tour, Rusty was on a patrol in Afghanistan when he encountered an improvised explosive device.

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Rusty's Incredible Story of Bravery & Patriotism

Retired U.S. Army Sergeant Rusty Dunagan always knew he would join the military. After the 9/11 attacks, his conviction only grew stronger. He joined the Army in 2006.

On September 22, 2010, during his second overseas tour, Rusty was on a patrol in Afghanistan when he encountered an improvised explosive device (IED). The blast threw him 20 meters into a creek, amputating both of his legs above the knee and his left arm at the elbow. After awaking from a coma, Rusty was taken to Walter Reed National Medical Center and later to Brooke Army Medical Center to complete his therapy. Rusty has overcome serious infections and endured over thirty surgeries.

The Gary Sinise Foundation is honored to have built Rusty a custom specially adapted smart home in Edmond, Oklahoma.

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

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Wall of Gratitude

Rusty Dunagan

You are respected, you are honored, you are loved. Thank you Rusty.
A. Woods
Alaska
Your service and your courage remind us daily of the price of freedom.
W. Harrison
Nebraska
Thank you for your service
A. Robinson
Oklahoma
Your toughness reminds us that resilience is real. Rusty, you encourage us to fight through hard times.
E. Green
Tennessee
Rusty, may blessings surround you today. May peace and comfort follow you tomorrow.
R. Ellis
Georgia
YOU SHOW US WHAT STRENGTH REALLY LOOKS LIKE.
J. Adams
Vermont
You’ve given more than most can imagine. Your name will always be remembered with pride.
G. Thomas
Massachusetts
Rusty, your sacrifice has changed lives in ways you may never see. We are thankful every day.
N. Hale
California
thank you hero 🙏
R. Wallace
Iowa
The grit you’ve shown lifts people higher. We admire you deeply.
J. Jackson
Mississippi
We honor you with respect and gratitude 🇺🇸
S. Wilkins
Texas
  

 
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