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Yesterday was a reassuring day for me. I was on my way to Walter Reed Military Hospital for an exam. As I drove along Interstate 495 my left front tire blew out. I am a car guy and knew I could change it but it was cold outside and the lug bolts were very tight. I jacked the car up and got several of the bolts removed when a car suddenly pulled up in front of me. As the man got out of his car I could see that he had an artificial leg. He said he recognized me and wanted to help me. We chatted and I learned that he lost his leg in Afghanistan when he worked over there as a civilian employee. He grabbed the lug wrench and finished the job as I put the tools away. Then we both hurriedly headed off to appointments at Walter Reed. I hadn't gotten his name or address but he did ask for a “selfie”. And then he sent me the message below last night.
"Gen. Powell, I hope I never forget today because I’ll never forget reading your books. You were always an inspiration, a leader and statesman. After 33 years in the military you were the giant whose shoulders we stood upon to carry the torch to light the way and now it is tomorrow’s generation that must do the same. Anthony Maggert"
Thanks, Anthony. You touched my soul and reminded me about what this country is all about and why it is so great. Let's stop screaming at each other. Let's just take care of each other. You made my day.
RP Members, Connections, and Friends and inspiring post from Facebook and Good News Story! Sorry for the link, but you can click it above and follow GEN Colin Powell on Facebook!
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General Colin L. Powell - Posts
Yesterday was a reassuring day for me. I was on my way to Walter Reed Military Hospital for an exam. As I drove along Interstate 495 my left front tire blew out. I am a car guy and knew I could change it but it was cold outside and the lug bolts were very tight. I jacked the car up and got several of the bolts removed when a car suddenly pulled up in front of me. As the man got out of his car I could see that he had an artificial leg. He said he recognized me and wanted to help me. We chatted and I learned that he lost his leg in Afghanistan when he worked over there as a civilian employee. He grabbed the lug wrench and finished the job as I put the tools away. Then we both hurriedly headed off to appointments at Walter Reed. I hadn't gotten his name or address but he did ask for a “selfie”. And then he sent me the message below last night.
"Gen. Powell, I hope I never forget today because I’ll never forget reading your books. You were always an inspiration, a leader and statesman. After 33 years in the military you were the giant whose shoulders we stood upon to carry the torch to light the way and now it is tomorrow’s generation that must do the same. Anthony Maggert"
Thanks, Anthony. You touched my soul and reminded me about what this country is all about and why it is so great. Let's stop screaming at each other. Let's just take care of each other. You made my day.
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs COL, While I have no respect at all for norman, I have the greatest respect for General Powell. I only wish that he would run for the office of President. I would cross ANY party line to vote for him. It seems to me that he cares about people, and he genuinely cares about our country. Thank you for posting this story!
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SFC William Farrell I am never a fan of a bully who had "gone native" and so fully encamped with the Muslim leaders in the middle east. A leader inspires good people to follow. A manager orders them and expects it. It was widely said that morale was high and all the troops were happy to be there and "just wanted to do my job and go home". The fact is, that norman the pompous manner ordered us to say those exact words. A leader is inspiring. A leader needs not handcuff those who are led in order to lead them. Manylives and careers were ruined over his cowardly general order number 1. It was and it remains a crutch for poor leaders to keep the troops under their control. I never had difficulty adhering to the order in spite of the nearly six years I spent in theater. He was never the leader that General Powell was and is. He couldnt hold a candle, and was not qualified to hold his horse. I hope that answers your question.
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What an awesome story! Great man too!
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs: Wow, Heroes! You got the jobs done. Job well done, Soldier.
How very touching and poignant; on your part: General Colin Powell. You, Sir, are the epitome of an Inspiration. I have always loved you: General Colin Powell.
Heroes, both, I adore thee.
How very touching and poignant; on your part: General Colin Powell. You, Sir, are the epitome of an Inspiration. I have always loved you: General Colin Powell.
Heroes, both, I adore thee.
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