For Sgt. Jamie "Gonzo" Gonzalez

My name is Nicholas B. Bradley and on 3 Aug 2008 I was operating a vehicle in a US convoy threw Kabul, Afghanistan when our vehicle was struck by a roadside bomb. Sgt. Jaime “Gonzo” Gonzalez was the passenger in my vehicle. He was also a close friend. This is the reason I wear a Memorial Bracelet. Thanks.

For CPL. Rhett A. Butler

In the 1970's, I wore a POW/MIA Bracelet with CAPT. David Smith's name (3-16-69). I still have it. Recently, I ordered Memorial dog tags with CPL. Rhett A. Butler's name (KIA 20 JUL 07 in Iraq). He was the son of a dear friend and also, I taught him in preschool. His name is on a monument in one of our local parks and his sacrifice will be remembered by generations to come. I will wear the dog tags engraved with his name to honor that sacrifice.

Kathy M.
Live,Laugh,Love,Learn

For SSG Baum and SPC Edmundson

I have recently returned from deployment with the 56th SBCT to OIF and during that deployment we suffered two KIA; SSG Baum and SPC Edmundson. I will proudly wear both KIA bracelets as a tribute to these two soldiers I had the honor to serve alongside and to their sacrifice and that of their families. As a soldier with 16 years Active Duty, I will continue on with my military career with a renewed sense of pride and honor.

TONIA M. B.
SFC, PAARNG
Personnel NCO
PA Med Det

For Rob From the 75th Battalion

Rob served four years of duty with my son. Both Rangers and fearless. My son opted to leave and become engaged, while Rob's decision was to continue on with the 75th Battalion. He came to our house to visit while on leave a few times, to see Tom my son. Rob had a kindred spirit,a beautiful smile and just left me feeling good.

On the morning of his death I had dreamed about a very bad thing happening on a road far away from me and I couldn't do anything to help. My son came out of his room that day, his eyes full of tears. He said I have some really bad news for you. Rob was killed by a roadside bomb this morning. Together we cried and hugged. Our hearts hurt for Rob and his family. After, I walked out onto my deck and looked to the sky to pray for Rob, when a huge bald eagle came over soaring. It stayed over head for what seemed like an hour, me being lost in trance. As it finally flew away I cried and prayed for Rob to soar on eagles wings and bid him farewell.

For My Dad: Sgt/Maj.Cyril E. Stirnkorb

My Dad was a career soldier who loved his country. He was a 1st sgt at the age of 26 and a sgt/maj at the age of 36. At the age of 39 he went to Viet Nam and three weeks later he died. He left behind a wife and 7 children. My mom raised us alone with only her widow and war orphan allotment. My father was a true patriot and he gave his life for his country. He was a loving husband, father, son and brother. They made a mistake on how he died which resulted in him not receiving his purple heart. We are at the present time trying to locate anyone who might have served with him in Viet Nam. Thank you sincerely for your interest and concern. May you all have A Very Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year!!!!!!! God Bless You All!!!!!!

For My Grandfather Who Fought in WW II

I got this Memorial Bracelet custom-engraved for my Dad for a Christmas present. His father fought in World War II from 1944-1947, serving in Germany and Korea. Two years ago, my grandfather passed away after deteriorating health conditions. I wanted something to give my Dad that could be passed down to my younger brother and his children when he gets older. I wanted something that would be a reminder of my grandpa's life and all he gave to his family. -Abigail K.

To Show our Support for Both of Our Sons

I was looking for something special for my wife for a Christmas present. Having been in the military I am very familuar with the POW/MIA Bracelets. Both of our sons serve and I could think of no better gift than a bracelet for her showing her support of both her sons. So...one says God Bless and Protect my son, Colton B. Stoks, Army National Guard..and the other says God Bless and Protect my son, Gus J. Patrick IV, United States Marine Corps.

For LCpl Daniel J. Geary

I order the Memorial Bracelets in rememberence of our fallen LCpl Daniel J. Geary who is and always will Be our son and missed more then anyone will every know. KIA 3/20/09.

For My Husband's Good Friend From Vietnam

I just purchased this Memorial Bracelet for my husband for Christmas. He was in Vietnam and lost his good friend there. He was not aware that his friend had died until he came home and called to tell him that we had a baby. I feel this is the best present I could give him.

Nancy

For PFC Patrick S. Fitzgibbon

I ordered and will wear faithfully my Memorial Bracelet for PFC Patrick S. Fitzgibbon for several reasons. I have grown quite attached to his family and extended family and they have included me as a part of their family. I am a Senior Ride Captain with the Patriot Guard Riders so it’s not as if I have not handled KIA missions before as I have handled too many, but for some reason this particular family has grown roots in my heart, I love each and every one of them. I am sure that once the family sees this bracelet there will be more ordered from your business.

Deb

Senior Ride Captain

Patriot Guard Riders

For My Son in the US Army

I wear an Active Duty Bracelet to support my son, who is an officer in the United States Army. It is all he has wanted since he was in 6th grade. I am very proud of my son and want everyone to know it. I wore a POW Bracelet in the 1960-70's while in high school and after I graduated. In all the moves I made, I misplaced my bracelet, until recently. I was cleaning out a cupboard and went through a box and found my bracelet. I went to the web and found my returned POW, a United States Navy pilot. I am so excited. I live in California and he is in Texas and we are trying to figure out a way to meet each other so I can give him the bracelet I wore. He has written a book and wants to trade. I encourage everyone to wear a bracelet to honor past or present service people. They are worth it and it means so much to them. Jennie

For POW Bowe Bergdahl

My 26th birthday was around the corner and my mother asked me what I wanted. I told her a Memorial Bracelet. It was something I always wanted, but unfortantly couldn't afford on my own. So I thought this was the perfect time to be able to get one. I remember as a child my Mother always wore one and I said when I was bigger, that I would wear one too. When my Mother asked me which one I would like, I picked a young 23 year old army PFC by the name Bowe Bergdahl. He is a POW in AFGHANISTAN. I was very specific on his name. My mother asked me why him and I told her I did research on him and his story broke my heart. And I wanted some one from my "generations war". So now my Mother, who lives in Mass, wears the same one as I do. I live in Jacksonville, NC (there is a big Marine Corps base down here). I have a brother in the Army National Guard. My husband served 4 years in the USMC. We are a military family w/ many friends in different branches. I can't tell you how much my heart goes out to all the familys and to the men and women who serve our country I am so proud to be an american and even prouder to be able to say it freely. Thanks to all and god bless....

For Four Friends Killed by a Road Side Bomb

But in November 2008, Hoover landed in Kandahar as a member of Charlie Troop of the 2nd Battalion of the 106th Cavalry Regiment. He was assigned to Team Crazy Horse, with the task of mentoring and training the Afghan National Police. That force needed help setting up and executing checkpoints and patrols on highways, a job fraught with the threat of roadside bombs.

Just over four months into his deployment, Hoover watched from a gun turret as the truck in front of him hit a roadside bomb. The explosion killed four of his friends and a local interpreter. The names of those who died are engraved in a Memorial Bracelet he wears.

"There's shock ... the enemy just killed your men. There's a lot of anger," Hoover said. "You try to keep it out of your head ... but obviously there's not a day when I don't think about it."

From Cops Life is Calm Again published by the Chicago Tribune - October 30, 2009.

For those who don't make it back

I served in OIF ('05-'06) and began wearing one while there. It finally broke today and I told my wife I had to order another Memorial Bracelet. She wanted me to order her one also. I selected two fallen soldiers from our hometown. I wear one to remember those who aren't fortunate enough to make it back alive. It also helps to keep things in perspective when things aren't going my way or when I'm having a bad day. Tim

For My Two Brothers

I wore a Memorial Bracelet for each of my two brothers for a long time. One brother extracted my Special Forces A Team from Cambodia and a whole bunchy bunch of Khmer Rouge. He got killed doing it. I got two stainless steel ones. One day The Jubjub Bird and Jabberwock and Bandersnatch will be together again.

G

Life consists of:
What you want.
What you need.
What you deserve.
What you end up with.
What you do with what you get.

To Remember Jacob's Ultimate Sacrifice

I wear my Memorial Bracelet for Jacob. I wear it for his smile, for his big, bright blue eyes and I wear it to remember his ultimate sacrifice. I wear it for the inevitable questions, and I wear it for the remembering answers. Each time I tell a snippet of his life, his spirit lives on in someone else. I wear it for his parents, for his friends, and for our continuing quest for the freedoms he fought for.

Rebecca

To Carry Their Memory Wherever I Go

I wear a Memorial Bracelet because two guys I worked with when I was stationed in Germany. One of them, a close friend of mine, was killed in Iraq. One of them left behind five kids. They were good people and good friends. They died heroes and I want to remember them. This is the best way, now I carry them where ever I go. I will miss them very much!

For Charles Angrisani

I received the first order and the Memorial Bracelets are beautiful. Thanks for keeping this great thing that we did in the 60's and 70's alive and well. By the way, the first bracelet I ordered here was of a young kid, Charles Angrisani, who's grave I used to take care of when I was only 15 and working in Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY. There was a picture of him smiling and I was always taken by the inscription his Mom had engraved on his stone. "Taken from us in the prime of his life preserving the God given right to freedom". I NEVER forgot it and I still frequent his grave. Even though I never knew him I always felt like I did.

God Bless you and keep up the great work that you do.

Mike

To keep their families in my prayers...

I have worn a Memorial Bracelet in memory of two Royal Australian Air Force pilots who were lost in November 1970. My old bracelet finally wore out and I recently ordered a replacement. While I was waiting for the new one to arrive I learned from the Operation Aussies Home web site that their remains had finally been recovered and identified and that they were finally home after more than 39 years. Flying Officer Herbert and Pilot Officer Carver were the last two Australian servicemen unaccounted for from the Vietnam War and they have now been given the heroes welcome and burial that they so richly deserved.
Thank you for your service gentlemen, you were never forgotten.

Malcolm H.
Cincinnati, Ohio

To Replace My Old POW Bracelet

I purchased my original POW/MIA bracelet sometime in the 60's while in the Air Force. I wore it for a number of years and then put it away. I came across it about a year ago and started wearing it again. It developed a crack so I ordered a new one with Cmdr. Stanley E. Olmstead, USN on it like the original. I wear the new one now and have put the original away again. John

To Remember Buzz Ellison

Even though it's been more than 50 years, I still remember Buzz Ellison. I served with Buzz when he was attached to VA42 just prior to his deployment to VA85. I was an AT and Buzz was one of the few officers that took a real interest in helping enlisted men. One day he arrainged for a few of us to take a short course in TV repair. Over the years that skill has helped be on many occasions. What a great thing for him to do. We'll probably never find out his fate but, that doesn't mean that we should ever forget.

Bill

For a 3 Year Old Who Died in the WTC

I am so happy to find this website. I got to meet my Vietnam War POW in person after wearing his POW bracelet for years. He was released from a POW camp. Now my son will have the opportunity to think and remember those who have served and/or lost their lives fighting terrorism. My son will wear a 3 yr olds name who died in the WTC, and I will wear a young man's name who lost his life for his country. Thank you for this opportunity to share my gratitude with others

For Injured Veteran Sgt Cathy A. Mistrot

Our Veteran, Sgt Cathy A. Mistrot, received her Prayer Tag today engraved as follows:

Sgt. Cathy A. Mistrot

1/5/63

"St. Dymphna Strengthen Us."

She is out of ICU and still having medical treatment inpatient. The rehab will be intensive and long but the Drs and rehab staff are starting to talk more about treatment and housing options for the future.

Cathy was so happy when I gave her the tag. She was able to read aloud her rank and name and identified the Airforce Insignia. She also read aloud the one line prayer.

Sgt. Cathy A Mistrot is making a slow but good recovery. She is very happy to have her prayer tag, is wearing it outside her hospital jonny and is very proud when anyone notices it and asks if they may read it.

Thank you so much. You have helped our family and especialy our injured veteran.

Cassandra

For a Friend Lost and Until My Husband Comes Home

Rob:

Thought I would finally send you our story. My husband lost a friend in OIF and he wears his Memorial Bracelet in memory of Brett. I decided when my husband deployed that I would order an "until they all come home" bracelet to support him. Recently my husband was home on R&R and I realized that this was a perfect picture showing both of us with our bracelets.
Thank you for making a product that helps us support each other and our friends.

Sincerely,
SGT David and SPC Nancy

SFC DAVID J. TODD JR

I purchased, and have chosen to wear this Memorial Bracelet in rememberance of SFC David J Todd. Although I did not know him, he did in fact touch my life. I am a soldier in the National Guard and I was deployed to Afghanistan from April 2008 to Dec 2008. I acted as a medic while deployed and during this time I, and several others from my platoon were called on to act as pallbearers for two of our fellow soldiers who had been killed earlier that day. One of these soldiers was SFC Todd. I acted as his pallbearer and escorted him onto the aircraft that carried him home. I will always consider it a great honor and privilage to have been able to do that for him and his family. That is why I have chosen to wear this bracelet.


Sincerely,

Marla S