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Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Twentynine Palms Marine

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Lance Cpl. Raul S. Bravo or Elko, NV:

"The men and women of our armed forces risk their lives to protect the freedoms of all Americans. With selfless dedication, Lance Corporal Bravo gallantly sacrificed his life for our nation and for the cause of freedom. Maria and I offer our condolences to Raul's family and friends as they mourn the loss of a loved one."

Bravo, 21, died March 3 as a result of injuries sustained while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Twentynine Palms, CA.

In honor of Lance Cpl. Bravo, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.


Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Camp Pendleton Sailor

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Hospitalman Lucas W. A. Emch of Kent, OH:

"Hospitalman Emch's noble pledge to our nation was unwavering. Lucas valiantly dedicated his work to improve the lives of others. Maria and I extend our deepest condolences to Lucas' family and friends."

Emch, 21, died March 2 as a result of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated in his vicinity while conducting combat operations in Al-Anbar Province, Iraq. He was a hospital corpsman assigned to 1st Marine Logistics Group, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, CA.

In honor of Hospitalman Emch, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.


Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Camp Pendleton Marine

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Staff Sgt. Dustin M. Gould of Longmont, CO:

"Californians are forever grateful for Staff Sergeant Gould's virtuous undertaking to protect our nation. Dustin's courageous sacrifice has furthered the fight for freedom. Maria and I offer our sympathies to Dustin's family and friends during this difficult time."

Gould, 28, died March 2 as a result of injuries sustained while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar Province, Iraq. He was assigned to 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, CA.

In honor of Staff Sgt. Gould, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.


Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Los Angeles Soldier

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Spc. Christopher D. Young of Los Angeles, CA:

"California's heroic soldiers fight to defend our freedom and democracy. Specialist Young stopped at nothing to make these rights available to all. Maria and I are thinking of Christopher's family, friends and fellow soldiers as they cope with their tragic loss."

Young, 20, died March 2 as a result of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle in Safwan, Iraq. He was assigned to Company C, 3rd Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment, California Army National Guard, San Pedro, CA.

In honor of Spc. Young, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.