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Michael Balsley, 23
Army, Private 1st Class
Based:
Ft. Carson, Colo.
Supporting:
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Died:
January 25, 2007
Baghdad (east of),
Iraq
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I have seen what combat can do. But even though I encouraged my sons to do what they wanted to do, I had an immense fear of what would happen to Michael. And that came true.
— Jim Balsley, father, a Vietnam veteran
When his father asked him why he became an Army cavalry scout, a tough assignment on the front lines of combat, Balsley said: "I guess I want my own war stories, Dad."
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3 memories of Michael
I just want to say thank you for your service to our country.
Thanks for honoring this country, your family and your friends.
Hey Bro,
I havent seen you in years. Im sad that i wont get to see you again you were an awesome freind with a good heart.You were doing you service for the country and thats honorable.I miss just like all of us do, you will never be forgotten bro......Never.
See you on the other side homie.
Your freind always,
Big Satan
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