THE WALL OF FACES

I wanted to murder him in OCS. He continuously made me low crawl around the barracks in the rain. I would have killed him if I'd thought I could get away with it. But of course I forgave him when I heard of his death. Slowly. The picture doesn't do him justice at all. He wasn't funny-looking. He was a very handsome young man. And a very brave one. He wanted to be in the line.

Reese was my 2nd TAC in OCS. I was unrelentingly unforgiving of me. I hated him...until I later became a TAC. Only then did I appreciate just why he had ridden me so hard...to reveal to me what I had inside. I needed to be that tough. I'll hope someday to thank him.

Dear Cap. Reese Patrick, Thank you for your service as an Infantry Unit Commander. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is Good Friday and Passover. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Dear Captain Reese Michael Patrick, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned.

May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you.

With respect, Sir

Curt Carter

Mike,

Your brave service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. God Keep you safe forever.