My walk today was dedicated in honor of :
Army Capt. Joshua S. Lawrence , Age 29 of Nashville, Tn.
KIA Oct. 8, 2011 in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom
He was assigned to 1st Squadron, 10th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, CO.
Capt Lawrence graduated from Hume-Fogg High School and Austin Peay University graduate. He joined the Army in 2005. He joined his current unit in May 2011.
Capt Lawrence met his wife, Brittney, in February. They married a week before he deployed in June. They postponed their honeymoon, but spent as much time together as possible.They decided on a honeymoon trip to Ireland upon his return. Brittany planned to surprise her husband with a castle tour. She had planned to move to Colorado Springs in April, to be there when her husband returned from deployment.
Capt Lawrence’s awards and decorations include:
Bronze Star
Purple Heart
Army Commendation Medal
Army Achievement Medal
Joint Service Achievement Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Korea Defense Service Medal
NATO Medal
Combat Action Badge
Had a great walk today. Got to meet several people along my walk. Love the people of Crossville.. I want to thank you all for the honks and waves today in helping me honor this hero. It was just amazing. Thank you.
He will NOT be forgotten.
