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Valori Slaughter I served with Luke Mason, Brady Rudolph, and Daniel Eshbaugh in 2003 and will always hold then dear to my heart. They are loved, and their families will be cherished. Thank you doesn't seem like enough, I will always remember and I will always pass that memory forward. You guys are missed!!

keiy we will always honor them

SSG Christian Gay Thank you for that tribute. I was on duty in the TOC for 1-244th AHB. I was tracking the flight. My prayers go out to the friends and family still to this day.

Scott W.(Air Force Vet) In my heart and prayers always. You will not be forgotten.

Whip (Cloudcroft NM/Grapevine TX) Thanks to all women and men to keep us free

Bill Hatfield USAF/Ret God Bless Red River 44, I am so glad that people remember what you sacrificed for freedom, your families are in my prayers.

Shelby- Oklahoma My dad was about to be on the Chinook that went down but at last minute he changed flights. I rember waking up the day after and walking out into the living room and hearing my mom say that my dad was alright. Everyday I think about Red River 44 and I pray for their families. RED RIVER 44 WE WILL NEVER FORGET!

M.Ortiz Great Tribute, worked and served with CWO Edwards and Sgt.Mason, will truly miss both of these men. S/SGT M. Ortiz (RET.)

Sgt. Smith No one can ever say thank you enough. Thank you for your scrifice.

Sandy Lee One of the most beautiful tributes I have ever heard for our awesome soldiers. Red River-44, may God hold you in his loving arms forever. Saying "thank you" is so insignificant, but that and my prayers are all I can offer to so many who have given their lives for my freedom! God bless the families who have lost their loved ones.

Tom C. the RedRiver44 have gone to a better place so we can live in a better place.God Bless Them All.

David Berlier Our flag doesn't mflutter from the wind. It moves from the last breath of those who gave his life in its defense.

JUDY SMITH MY HEART GOES OUT TO EACH AND EVERY FAMILY MEMBER I FEEL FOR YOUR LOSE BUT AT THE SAME TIME I AM SO PROUD THAT WE HAVE OUR SONS,FATHERS,AND OUR BROTHERS THAT ARE WILLING TO GO AND GIVE THEIR LIFES SO THAT ME AND MINE CAN LIVE IN FREEDOM MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU AND WHEN YOU THINK OF YOUR LOVED ONES LOOK UP INTO THE HEAVENS AND SMILE I AM SURE THEY WILL BE LOOKING BACK DOWN ON YOU .

Rodney Parrish Even though I was't in the unit very long when they went down, I would count every one of them as a friend.

allen camp to the crew of red river 44. semper fi

~Melissa You are Not Forgotten, Thank You for your Ultimate Sacrifice ~In love and light Melissa~

JBV-Texas-thankful mother of a USAF Vet. God Bless and Keep these brave warriors and their families in His loving care. You will be re-united.

Mary Bless all those who have sacrificed so much. My prayers go out to those who have lost their dear loved ones.

wolf can't type...got tears in my eyes...God Bless all who serve

violet i am so sorry 4 your loss my grattitude goes to you stay strong GOD BLESS YOU

Lynn, Hawaii Found this site on Red River 44 after hearing Radney Foster sing "Angel Flight". Thank you for your service. There is a great sadness with the loss of each of our military, but a tremendous gratitude for the price you have given for the rest of us. To your families, I can't imagine your pain, but know they will never be forgotten. Thank you!

Anna God bless all the brave men and women who have given their lives for our country and for those who continue to serve and protect our freedom. God Bless!!

Lothridge, 158th. AVN. RGT. A wonderful tribute to some of the greatest people on earth. May God bless each one and the families of our brave men and women.

Sarah Trickett Came across this video after watching the movie 'Taking Chance' and visiting chancephelps.org. I'm touch by this memorial. God Bless.

CM1(SCW/AW) Wescott You are not forgotten. Your story of sacrifice will never be forgotten.

TomO VietNam Vet Army Aviators, Above the best, God bless and keep.

Brenda - Indiana Can't think of words to do these men justice. I thank each and every one for the sacrifice that they made for me. May God grant the families comfort and support now and forever.

Paige South Texas My eyes water every time I hear the song Angel Flight. My God Bless all our soldiers and their families. America would not be here with out them

Hazel My heart breaks for their loss. I am so PROUD of them. God Bless them Red River 44

Jake god bless them

LT Lira May God bless always. Know that all of your loved ones served with pride and honor and they are ALL well remembered. HOOAH!

Jen C. Dowd (Daughter USAF RET) There is no way to thank our troops and families for all they give and have given for our way of life. May God Bless you all.

Brian W. I am in the US Air Force and I am from Texas and it makes me sad when I here that my brothers and sisters have fallen especially from texas and oklahom from my neck of the woods just remember that to all my brothers and sisters all branches and walks of life YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND TO THE THE FAMILIES TO THAT LOST THERE LOVE ONES TO.

Bobby Bruce I could not possibly thank our miltary enough, and words cannot express my feelings when I find out we lost another. GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS AND THEIR FAMILIES.

Earlene in Indiana So Sorry for all your losses. My son fought in Iraq and I Thank God he made it home. My heart goes out to you all. This is a beutiful tribute. Thanks to all American Soldiers and a special prayer for the our brave Army National Guardsmen. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. An American Soldiers Mother in Indiana

Eric great tribute

Karl from south tx. Just wanted to say thank you to all men and women who serve our country nad may they all return safe.

Sharon What a heartfelt tribute. May each and everyone of our lost service men and women rest in peace, for theirs is now the glory of heaven.

Linsie The men and women that fight for this country are amazing.

Jerry Thanks for the lovely tribute. It reminds us all what we have to lose.God bless each and every family with a fallen soldier, and may they heal peacefully

Brett & LaDonna- Texas The sacrifice of these brave soldiers has not gone unnoticed and will not be forgotten. God bless their families and honor their ultimate sacrifice. Thank you to their families, for the sacrifice these men made for mine. I will not forget.

James Mathias Rest in Peace Red River 44. Please keep their families in your prayers. Thank You for your bravery and sacrifice. MSgt. James Mathias USAF Ret.

Sharon Lee After seeing "Angel Flight" on GMC I downloaded it and did on search on Red River 44. Sorry for the lost of your loved one. Freedom is worth the ultimate price,..God bless them all and may they rest in peace........

Vincent Hoahh brothers. I hope we can all be together again someday. 100 percent and then some. You gave all and then some. Casualties of war has weighed on me fierce. Pain is overwhelming. Your sacrifice is of highest honor. Just know every casualty is still alive in a way being the army will never forget and every soldier has a story. You will always have company from enlistment to burial. One way or another we will all come home together. 3rd Batt. 75th Ranger Regiment.

McMackin just sad...but so proud im a military family 2 siblings have fought ovr seas and one almost didnt come back...just thank god for the ones that make it back and pray for the ones who dont. may god bless all the soliders and their families who have their own fight at home god bless and proud to serve my country!!

Stuart We can never repay these men or their families for the sacrifices they have made. They are the best this country has to offer. Thank you and Godspeed.

Linda God Bless you all & your families. You are forever in my heart & prayers

friend very beutiful remembrance thank you all

- R Texas Your debt has been paid and you now get to enjoy the rewards. Streets of gold, no more sorrow, no more pain. You now get to enjoy what the rest of us here on earth are waiting and striving for. I am sure God has given you all a special place. A place only reserved for the one's who give the altimate sacrifice so those who are left behind get to enjoy a freedom most can never have. To your families who have to deal with your untimely departure, all I can give is my thanks and gratitude.

Stacie In memory of my brother-in-law, Mikey T and all the other brave men on that dreaded day...you will never be forgotten.

david s God bless those who do for those who can't.

Don Waite, MSgt, USAF Wonderful tribute to our fallen heros... God bless them and the families they left behind. We will not forget the ultimate sacrifices made by the members of Red River 44 or those that have gone before them or that will go after defending our FREEDOM!

BabysBaby I want to thank everyone for the beautiful comments! I had hoped to create a meaningful and lasting tribute to the friends we lost that fateful day. At the Holidays, as always, these brave men and their families are in our hearts and in our prayers. WE WILL NEVER FORGET! GOD bless all our soldiers...past, present and future! Helene Condreay, wife of Sgt Blaine Condreay aka babysbaby

Charlyn Lambert God Bless these brave souls who lived to serve our country and protect us. May we remember these and those before them --- WW1, WW11, Korea, Viet Nam - and those after them forever more. The youth of our country need to be taught more about those who began our country and lost their lives for us and for those who gave so dearly after. AMEN and God Bless all our brave service men and women and their families

Debby Williams Michael, It has been an honor to have taught you in Kingston Public Schools. You were always smiling and making everyone's day a better day. You will always have a special place in my heart along with many other friends in you hometown. Thank you for my freedom and my family's freedom. You will never be forgotten. Debby Williams

Ame thanks to all of the brave and strong soliders

Deb no words can express what they have given and what debt is owed their familes. Thank you to all of our soldiers. You are the reason we have our freedom. Let us not ever forget that.

Grateful heart in CT A fallen soldier can have my mansion, too. The price they pay, and those of their families and friends left behind can not be repaid on this earth. Please know how grateful I and so many more are. God wrap his arms around our soldiers here and with Him, for surely He has a special place for them. THANK YOU!

Kory Thompson As the father of Michael Thompson, I thank you for this tribute. May them and their sacrifice NEVER be forgotten.

alicia basden this is wonderful..thank you for making it and thank you Red River 44 for all you did.. God bless our troops.

Wayne My nephew is training,to keep there honor.Thank you to him and all those who have fallen and loved ones who miss them.GOD BLESS!!!!!

ragnor13 In My search for this song, i have found a whole bunch of links to web sites that offer help to those who are stranded here in the USA, and need help getting back to there HOME country. I found this site by hearing Radney Foster's song, and it compelled Me to write. I lost both My Brothers to Veitnam, and i'm a veteren also who recently survived cancer, and I would gladly have given My life to save You'all the pain of loosing Your Boys. God Bless You! and God bless the USA! Sgt JL Lattmen

MSG G.R. Johnson USA Retired May the families find peace and comfort knowing there are people that truly care for the sacrifces that they have made. God bless you, your family and all our Service members and their families.

Craig May God bless all those who serve now, served in the past and the families of those who didn't return

Matt You guys make me proud to live in this country. God Bless you all and your families. You are true heroes!

Brent Pfeiffer What a beautiful tribute! God Bless the men and women of our armed forces! Thank you for my freedoms and your bravery; you are all heroes!

Cindy Santos Thank you for my freedom. May you ALL rest in peace and know that we AMERICANS are so very grateful for your sacrifice. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES.

JP Cushing God Bless You All!!!

pm9dcr God Bless... unaware of Red River 44, I'm now aware ... thank you.

Gregory Sundborg A fitting tribute to these brave soldiers who died so tragically! May God bless the families of these untimely heroes.

LTC Valentine May God bless the these brave Soldiers, and comfort their families. What a wonderful tribute!

SPC Pope, Cody R.I.P. Red River 44 , Never Forgotten, i'm honored to serve with you heros in Balad

TomR RVN Thank you soldiers.

KS God Bless the soldiers and their families...

Ed Yost To the families and friends or the fallen soldiers: We send our prayers and ask for God's comfort for your your loss in protection of our freedom.

D Westphal - PGR I know that there is nothing that can be said or done to relieve the sorrow that the families of these fine men must have, but for what it is worth I offer my condolences and gratitude for what they have done for our country.

G Oliver - PGR To the crew of Red River 44 - A lovely and fitting memorial service was had for you today.... We stood to honor those you love and love you. A park was dedicated in your memory, at your home base. You are missed, remembered and forever will be. We'll see ya soon.

SSG Lord Hookmasters You will always be with us in our hearts.

Gregory Owens Sr. Thanks for the words of that song

SSgt Jarred Baker USAF Rest in Peace Red River 44!

Leslie Hillhouse Thank you Heros. May God bless your families.

SSG Bart Thank You for your sacrifice My Red River Brothers. May God Bless the families of the fallen.

Bob Gilllihan - PGR Thank you HEROs and may GOD bless & keep their families that remain.

Tom God Bless and keep each of the families

Joe A Tribute that is "Well Done". You have Honored these Heros and the World will know. Thank You!

Mac McCrossen Thank God for all they did for us and for all veterans who gave up part if not all of their lives for our freedom. From one Vet to another.

SSG Teresa Pelton, USAR Retired God bless our troops,daily - and God thank you for our freedom

David John Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called sons of God.

J.D. Walker May god bless and keep each family member strong and let them never forget what brave men these are. Thanks from a veteran.

Lou Benson Thank You for our freedom

Elgin Thomas May the Good Lord rest thier soals and may you find piece and comfort in the Lords resting hands .

Patrick Sites I served with Task Force 34 in Balad, Iraq. When we heard of the crash it hit the guy hard, some knew them, some didn't, other worked beside them everyday. Thank You for your efforts in making this Tribute not only to the Fallen Soldiers but to their familes... Thank You so much, SPC Sites, Patrick Det 3 Co B. 834th ASB OIF 08-10

Jennifer Krausch We are forever changed by the loss of our brothers. They are in my thoughts every day. I live today for the moments they are not here to be witness to. God Bless their families and may the entire RR44 crew live in peace everyday and continue to watch over us down here. You are missed...forever. - KRAUSCH

Sparks John 15:13

PeaceMaker Thanks for the Tribute to our Brothers PeaceMaker...Red River _ _

quint10 We will never forget. Thank you.

BabysBaby Seven members of the Army National Guard lost their lives on Sept. 17 after their CH-47 Chinook crashed near Tallil, Iraq. The incident was the worst U.S. helicopter crash in Iraq since Aug. 22, 2007, when a Blackhawk helicopter crash killed 14 Soldiers, 10 National Guard, in the northern part of the country. The Guardmembers were from Oklahoma and Texas, and all attached to the 2nd Battalion, 149th Aviation, 36th Combat Aviation Brigade based in Grand Prairie, Texas.