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The Price of FreedomOn September 29th, 2010, Senior Airman Mark Forester, beloved son, brother and friend was killed in Afghanistan while attempting to save a fallen comrade. We hope that you find Mark's story a source of inspiration, patriotism and proof that heroes are real.
Mark was a member of the 21st Special Tactics Squadron, Pope AFB, NC. His website is dedicated to all Combat Controllers as well as US Servicemen, both past and present. We are eternally grateful for their service and sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy. Mark A. Forester - JAG 28 (May 15, 1981 - September 29, 2010) |
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Mural in training facility at Hurlburt Field
This picture was painted by Airman Josh Chambers and recently placed in the STTS gym at Hurlburt Field, FL. Mom and Dad, along with David, Joseph and their families, were able to visit back in October while attending the medal ceremonies for Ish Villegas and Rob Gutierrez.
Mark was stationed at Hurlburt Field during the CCT pipeline before being transferred to Pope AFB, NC. Some of his instructors considered him a 'gym rat', therefore they felt it would be appropriate to use Airman Chambers' talents to honor Mark and then hang this 4' x 7' picture for all to see who walk thru the gym doors.
On at least one occasion, Mark was found in the gym by an instructor(s) on weekends or during off time, and was told he could and should take a break. Mark responded, "I can rest when I die."
For all involved, including Josh Chambers and retired CCT Vint Anderson, we thank you for keeping Mark's memory and work ethic alive.
Mark was stationed at Hurlburt Field during the CCT pipeline before being transferred to Pope AFB, NC. Some of his instructors considered him a 'gym rat', therefore they felt it would be appropriate to use Airman Chambers' talents to honor Mark and then hang this 4' x 7' picture for all to see who walk thru the gym doors.
On at least one occasion, Mark was found in the gym by an instructor(s) on weekends or during off time, and was told he could and should take a break. Mark responded, "I can rest when I die."
For all involved, including Josh Chambers and retired CCT Vint Anderson, we thank you for keeping Mark's memory and work ethic alive.
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