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Soldier fights Taliban in pink shorts and flip flops

Discussion in 'Lounge' started by jdang307, May 22, 2009.

  1. jdang307

    jdang307 Season Ticket Holder Club Member

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    U.S. defense chief lauds soldier in pink boxers
    http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090522/lf_nm_life/us_afghanistan_gates_pink

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates on Thursday praised an Army soldier in eastern Afghanistan who drew media attention this month after rushing to defend his post from attack while wearing pink boxer shorts and flip-flops.

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    I think that is awesome
     
  2. HardKoreXXX

    HardKoreXXX Insensitive to the Touch

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    Don't ask, don't tell.
     
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  3. gafinfan

    gafinfan gunner Club Member

    God bless them all!:up:
     
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  4. Sethdaddy8

    Sethdaddy8 Well-Known Member

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    kid deserves a medal.
     
  5. dolphan117

    dolphan117 Premium Member Luxury Box

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    Or just our respect.
     
  6. SICK

    SICK Lounge Moderator

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    you would think he woulda done it shirtless no? red shirt is kind've a bullseye
     
  7. padre31

    padre31 Premium Member Luxury Box

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    I think the Taliban was shocked by the new uniform of the day..

    At least he has his ruck and his vest on.
     
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