February 11, 2012, 12:49 pm

In the Face of Death: Marine Survives Firefight by 6 Inches

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Lance Cpl. Christopher J. Gray, a rifleman with Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, peers through his rifle combat optic, which now has a hole through it caused by an insurgent's bullet. Gray's head was only six inches away from the impact when it struck his rifle during a firefight, May 15. Gray suffered a minor shrapnel wound to his face and continued to fight during the engagement. Gray, 20, is from Warner Robins, Ga.
Photo by Sgt. Brian Tuthill

Submitted by heather davis on Thu, 2010-05-27 20:29
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I'm not even sure what to say

Submitted by Marine Sister on Sun, 2010-05-30 09:03.

I'm not even sure what to say to you Lance Cpl. Gray. The bravery that young marines show in the face of death is something that scares me and at the same time makes me proud. You are a hero in my book and I pray for the safe return of you and all those serving in our military today.

Proud Supporter of all men and women of The United States of America Military

I'm speechless. Your bravery

Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 2010-05-31 12:01.

I'm speechless. Your bravery astounds and humbles me.

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