Army Medic - KIA - Iraq Memorial 1

[joel1239871]

Sir and Ma'am. I hope the pride you feel for your daughter's dedication and sacrifice for her country ease some of the pain from your hearts. She, like others, wrote a blank check, offering her life, to give protection and care of "her" soldiers and "her" country. I am so, so sorry for your loss. The world, like you, will miss this wonderful young lady.

[outdoorgirl01]

I'm a woman in the VA NG. Just wanted to tell you, your daughter is still impacting peoples lives; i know she impacted mine. Your daughter was a special role model to men and women out there. I'm proud to call her my ng sister. May the Lord bless your family. Thank you for sharing this! Rachael is rejoicing with the Lord God Almighty! She lived her life serving. Can't be anymore of a blessing than her.

[dstenberg613]

God Speed Rachel , Job well done.

- from a former female combat medic

[Jubzin]

I'm not emotive but this is so sad.

[phastoeh]

i'm enlisting as a 68w, and people like your daughter inspire me to try to be the best. i'm sorry for your loss. God rest her soul.

[AFPraetorian]

My brother was in the 1/505... his name is on the monument depicted at the beginning of the video with Rachels. He was KIA on the same 06-07 deployment.

[m16a1rifle]

Doc Hugo, I am grateful for your service. Joe

[van21real]

WE MISS YOU RACHEL!!!

[Emovamp64]

Hooah , RIP

- Six four Doc

[Internetclassic]

Very, very moving. I myself am training as a medic in the NZ army and this really, really shows the the height of dedication and effort I hope to achieve. Forgive me if this statement takes from her and her family's loss. God bless.

[novemberechooscar]

RIP Rachael, you were an angel in the battlefield, who take care about warriors and civilians. we'll never forget you and all the army medics who were hurts or kill in action. Gob bless

[TheHarv16]

R.I.P we'll never forget you. you did well. And im so srry for the loss she was a very brave person for going into the war to save other people lives.

[jsj297]

RIP AA Medic.

[mpinlifeanddeath]

I knew her it was hard to watch the video and think of the loss. May the Hugo family know that everyone is with them and we all remember now and always.

[jcj1230]

God bless you and your family. As a combat medic it hurts to see one of our own go. I make tribute videos myself, but by far this is the most moving one that i have ever seen. god bless.

[Agerm547]

I am joining as a combat medic after college R.I.N P WE WILL WIN THIS GOD DAM WAR. And bring all of are brothers home

[Agerm547]

im joining the army as a combat medic after college her brothers in the military wont forget her and we will win this GOD DAM WAR

[privettr]

SOLDIER MEDIC......WARRIOR SPIRIT!

The fight continues. CARRY ON CPL.

[MacThizzit]

Rest In Peace, True Peace....

[stratrocker12]

truly moving, I am going for combat medic in Jan. and I can only hope that I learn and draw inspiration from her. I can tell you sir, if it makes you feel better. I just found my hero! Thank you CPL Rachael Hugo. And RIP

[privettr]

from one to another...SOLDIER MEDIC CPL.....WARRIOR SPRIT.

RIP

We carry on the fight for you....until we all get to come home.

[American1Pride]

RIP

[American1Pride]

also whats the name of the song?

[hohofong]

@American1Pride coldplay-scientist

[TunesNorth]

That was the most moving video I have ever seen.

I never knew Rachael, but she was my Sister in Arms, and I will never forget her name.

As a father of two daughters, I can't begin to image the hell you've been through.

Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

I Salute you Sir, and Rachael for your great sacrifice to this Nation.

God Bless You All!

A Proud US Navy Veteran!

[keithyesdog]

Mr. Hugo & Family, Along with many other grateful Americans I'm sorry for your loss. Rachael and others will not be forgotten. Rest assured your Daughter's efforts will always be appreciated in my mind and heart.

God less you all, thank you for sharing with us.

Keith, 9th Infantry Division, 9th Med Batt,

Patriot Guard Rider

[jacknash711]

God Bless You, Sir. As a Combat medic trained during the Vietnam era I have a special spot in my heart for your brave daughter. May she rest in Heavan with God and may you have peace knowing that your daughter honored you during the time she had on earth and continues to watch over her "Dad" from up above. She will not be forgotten. Thank You for your sacrifice. Jan Nahorski, Joliet, IL

[teagarden8650]

At least she died protecting America...

[72dust]

i'm so sorry.... In my HEART there is no greater respect for anyone else BUT a true HERO!!! one that fought and risked everything for what? TO HELP OTHERS.

THANKYOU FOR THAT!! i salute you!

[me5thdmaple]

RIP CPL

[halo3odstvideo]

medics are like kamikaze. they know they will one day die. they will risk their own lives for others. May you rest in peace.

[kaenpet]

Thank you for sharing this. The US service members change and have changed many lives to the better. Support our troops and honor the fallen.

[Bradley62100]

GOD BLESS medics are the true ANGELS

of the frontlines RIP Rachael

[WORMIE19801]

I've been to where she was within her last days. And as hard as it must be with her anniversary coming up, i salute you, and remember what a brave and caring daughter you have!!! my thoughts will always be with her! x

[jpena308]

I was at Baji in 2004....although I did not know your daughter seeing the photos brought back memories of those that were lost during my time there..Ma'am nothing I say will ease the pain or lessen the anguish...just know she gave so others may live...that is the most noble of deeds...following the footsteps of our Savior

[Tbag580]

she is beautiful i was on the fob with her and i was on the QRF to respond to the IED im sorry for your loss RIP your lost but NEVER forgoten i remember that wall and the names of my friends i wish it was empty God bless all those we have lost

[jdh31313]

R.I.P. Doc

[Bradley62100]

GOD BLESS & R.I.P.

[Bradley62100]

GOD BLESS & R.I.P.

[LVEdrummer]

This was a very special video for me. What she did for this country will not be forgotten! This video has made me more proud since I have recently joined the Army as a Combat Medic. Thank you for the video. God Bless!

[SlickTounge]

Thanks Rachael!

.

As a vet, the phrase that comes to mind is;

...to those who have never had to fight for it, life has a flavor the protected shall never know...

.

Some will never understand why the person would ever go into the military to go to a foriegn land or across the country.  Thank you for those that feel the need to protect us.

[insanityprof]

Your Daughter will never be forgotten

RIP

Love from The United Kingdom

[coolgrn]

Im sorry she died. What she did was amazing. Combat medics like her save lives everyday. They put their lives on the line so that others may live. I want to serve my country the way your daughter did once i get out of high school. God bless you.

[proudarmymomterry]

I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful, precious, brave daughter.  I lost my son Spc Brian Alex Vaughn in Ramadi, Iraq on 6-21-05. He was also a combat medic. they are the best.

[xxxgunguyxxx]

sir i am 16 who has a deep interest into the military but unfortunately i cannot be accepted into the military to go into the field on account of my medical conditions i would love to fight but i cant i am sincerely sorry for your loss i was unable to fight back the tears in the first minute i am just relieved to know that your daughters soul will spend a peaceful eternity in heaven for her courageous acts she performed in the field she will be remembered in our hearts. RIP RACHAEL HUGO

[Melchersson]

God! Another generation torn apart by the horrors of war! When will we ever learn? I can´t keep my tears away!

[cuntryboy2]

I am a combat medic myself and this weighs heavy on my heart RIP CPL.

[quikdeathk1d]

GODBLESS you and you family, you must be proud of her , why she rest in peace in the arms of god .

[joshuadavid2381]

combat medic here myself. i pray for your daughter and the sacrifice she made. god bless you and your family this 4th of july. im headin over in december.

[054runnerv8]

Godbless and thank you.. My respects to the family.

[85305]

I couldn't quite make out the unit patch.. was that unit from NY by chance?

[gascustodian]

No, her original unit was the 79th MP CO of Rochester, MN, but she was cross-leveled to the 303rd MP CO out of Jackson, MI when she deployed to Iraq.

[85305]

Ah ok thank you.

May peace finally be with her. I've got a special place in my heart for medics.

[chrismandichak]

I had the pleasure of meeting her while serving in bayji iraq where i was also wounded at the JSS where i had seen her before. My heart goes out to her and also her family for her great sacrafice

[honeycups209]

My heart goes out to you on this day. Memorial day. She was an angel on the battle field and now I'm sure she's an angel in heaven.

[magomerlino39]

Onor at your daughter from Italian army doctors.

GOD BLESS RACHAEL

[yourmusic73]

I just came across Rachael's story this morning. I'm going in October 21, 2009 as 68W. Rachael sat with me this morning and reminded me of what that meant. My only prayer is that I will be even half the soldier she was. God Bless her family and Thank you for your sacrifice.

[antoine06066]

She sits now at the right hand of God. I cannot imagine the pain you must have felt when given the news. I cant help but think of my own son who is a Navy Corpsman embeded with the Marines and how would I reacted to such news.

Where did your strength come from?

God bless you.

[Pinheadgrl19]

She will always be remembered for all she did. We will never forget!!

[topgun966]

As a fellow combat medic for the Army, may she rest in peace. Thank you for the video, she will not be forgotten.

[spoilermdc]

i've been there once. we lost one soldier. i was the medic on that patrol. words cant do justice. i'm sorry for your loss.

[MOJONIXION]

Our country is greatfull for your daughters sacrafice . May god bless your family and may you someday meet her again in heaven. As a former medic in the 82nd airborne you video touched my heart. May she rest in peace.

[85305]

Which unit?

[MOJONIXION]

2/504

[85305]

Well no shit? I'm with 307th.. we work and deploy with you guys. Were you there in 06/07?

[WORMIE19801]

To follow up on my last comment i have now applied to join the uk militarys corps, i hope i can have have half the impact and well doing your daughetr did and return safe.

[WORMIE19801]

You're daughter has been an inspiration to me, may she rest in peace.

[cartier117]

such a shame

[xjkrenzer]

I live less than 100 feet from where she is standing in ths video, God bless. Our TOC is named after her.

[ds9harb]

Mr and Mrs Hugo I am very sorry for your lost. As I am sure you are well aware you are the proud parents of a ture American Hero not only because she decided to serve her Country but also because she decided to be a very Brave medic. I can share in her want to be with "my" guys and that is what makes a true Medic, One that will always put the needs and the safety of his or her Soldiers above thier own. You have my prayers and well wishes.

[madmedic92]

we honor our lost. As a fellow medic, I hope she finds peace.

[marine5289]

i am sorry for your loss, and i hope you can remember your daughter as a hero and a real good person. this is to you and your husband. and for your daughter, I SALUTE HER AND HER BRAVERY!

[d4sh311]

you dont die for your country.....you die for your brothers and sisters around you.

sorry about your daughter

[marine5289]

u no a soldier should not die for the ignorance of another, but for their nation, then they are the most honorable of all, the most regarded as a hero, and a person who served their duty well and couragiously.

[kaybean]

Im a medic in iraq right now, Its always horrible to find out another of our corps has gone down. Were here to save lives not have ours be taken. My deepest sympathy for you and your family.

[mlhostetter]

Dear God in heaven, I have no words... My daughter is at Ft.Sam now. 68W. This is every mothers worst nightmare and I cannot tell you how much I admire your strength and courage to share her with us this way. People have referred to my daughter as Combat Barbie, this really hit home for me. My heart, my prayers and my tears are with you.

Another Proud Army Mom

[dumblady]

God bless you for posting this beautiful video.

It brought me to tears.

I want to thank you & your family for the supreme sacrifice you all have given, your only daughter. Rachel is at peace now & with the angels in heaven. Be at peace knowing she gave her life for the greatest cause known to man, freedom. I will never take her sacrifice or this great country of ours for granted. God bless you & thank you.

~D/L

[SCSQ4]

I am so sorry for the tragic loss of your beautiful daughter, Rachael. Saying "Thank You" is never enough to honor a true hero who sacrificed and laid down her life for all of us Americans.

She truly lived a worthy and noble life, and her passing was not in vain.

We will all be forever indebted to dedicated veterans like her who make our freedoms possible.

God bless her for her service to our country. God bless her family in their heartbreaking loss.

[dduron]

Sorry for the loss of your daughter, this video has made me want to sign up for the medic mos in my junior year.

I thought that females weren't allowed to be in combat areas; even though there isn't much difference between male and female soldiers, they bouth serve with dignity.

[EMSParamedic07]

i am very sorry for your loss. I leave for BCT on Sept. 22.09 and after that im going to be a medic your daughter is one of the many reasons why Americans like me can sleep safe at night. It was very brave of her to give her life so others may live Thank You so much!

[Entic222]

I was stationed on FOB Summerall with your daughter. She was an amazing woman and soldier.

[kgo2265]

so sorry, i cry for your babygirl ,i know she will always be your baby, i too have one daughter, please know she's ok now,so so sorry.

[ranger6913]

God Bless you and your family.

[armyveteran101st]

I'm a former 101st Airborne Division Medic, and I have no words to express the respect and appreciation that I feel for your daughter, my fellow Combat Medic, and for you and the precious, dignified way in which you have chosen to honor her memory and her sacrifice in the service of our Country. May America always be blessed with men and women like your daughter, and with the strength and majesty of your daughter's obvious commitment and devotion. Please receive my utmost respect and gratitude!

[superpj201]

Ma'am

your doghter died the most respectful way. I am sorry that she died but i also know how it feels. My friends and family have died in combat and let me tell you from one person to another they are never forgotten. Again sorry for you loss.

[clifflasure]

from someone over here in iraq right now, I cry with you. I dont know why but I know your pain. I have lost many friends here. From all of the 1-27nt Infantry, god bless

[therealdeal989]

Terribly sad for the loss of your Daughter. Know that as a Medic, A SOLDIER MEDIC, she had touched many lives and will live in the memories of all she saved, all she had treated. Army Medics always save the day. Army Meidcs are never forgotten. Army Medics forever.

[JJ2955]

Rest in peace Rachael. You and the many who have died in service to this great country will never be forgotten. Thank you so much and you'll be in my prayers always. Jason and family.

[FrozenEMT]

As a civilian emergency medical technician, I cannot imagine the pain of losing your child in war. I thank her for her service, and thank you for your sacrifice in the name of caring for others. Bless you and bless your angel.

[pantagana123]

Very sad to lose such a fine young lady. And so many ppl at the memorial, it speaks for itself... She will be remembered.

Rest In Peace, CPL Rachael Hugo.

Tomislav, Cro.

[loudazfukracing]

i was at the memorial when this took place not with the medics but with 1-505 i didnt know your daughter personaly but from what i did she was a brave woman and i proud to have fought with her

[gascustodian]

Thank you Sir!

Know that we are very proud of you folks, for you are the sheepdogs that keep the wolves at bay!

God bless, and give your family our very best. - GC

[KatrinaLove]

Thank-you for everything your daughter did out there.

I am training as a combat medic, your daughter shows the bravery that is born in every soldier.

RIP Rachael

[DOCIBU14]

Ma'am,Sir,

thank you for all your daughter did.

QM3 Wright MESD 12,SEC DET 121, Maritime Security Force, Alpa Squad St. Louis, MO

[wasistdassdennjetzt]

RIP. A Battlefield Angel is flown away. Not forgotten. A german Medic

All good Wishes to you! Your Daughter did a great Job!

[mortarman11b]

R.I.P. soldier medic. You'll be greatly missed. -A medic

[lotherian]

Rest in peace, "Battlefield Angel" from a Canadian Soldier.

[dickoldboy]

R.i.P...CPL HUGO from a british ianfantry soldier

[gascustodian]

Thank you "dick" from the PROUD "Gold Star father" of CPL Rachael Hugo!

You have my utmost respect Soldier!

Please keep in touch

[dedediceydeb]

Hi GC, its me MOMS taxi and I think you should go with Stephie for a tribute song to

your darling daughter Rachael. If it feels right in your heart then go for it!

hugs, xoxoxoxo MOMS

[Beartaich]

God bless you and your family.

[dudewatupdog]

R.I.P CPL HUGO you are a true American Hero

[WheelHouseSEVEN]

CPL HUGO represents a Great Generation that was raised by strong parents and family. CPL HUGO will always continue to touch lives.

Peaceful wishes to CPL HUGO's Family and Loved ones.

[gascustodian]

Thanks dude! We appreciate your kind words for our daughter...God bless.

[PFCJimmy]

R.I.P. Little sister.

You will always live in our hearts.

Combat Medics rock.

[gascustodian]

Sir,

I got your message a little to late.

YOU ARE AWESOME, and you have my families UTMOST SUPPORT during your deployment!

YOU ROCK COMBAT MEDIC!!!

GC

[GopherItMN2]

You were a true HERO!!

RIP and may God continue to bless our troops. ♥

[gascustodian]

Thanks sweety!

Love ya!!!

[fifty6ers]

Her***

[fifty6ers]

hey dad is talking to my class tomorrow. man it is going to hard.

[bozettetc]

RIP

God Bless Our Troops

HUGS

[gascustodian]

Thank you "bozettetc" from the PROUD "Gold Star father" of CPL Rachael Hugo! Please keep in touch

[FOBSummerall]

Yes Chris and Rachael could have known each other-it is said that birds of a feather flock together,and seeing how they were both Eagles, HOOAH! There are no words to express the feelings in my heart after I read about Rachael last Oct... She was the best of the best. God knows we need more Americans like her, what a great American patriot and woman. Be strong and place it all on God, and never forget we will see our children again, that is how I do it. Cpl Mason's dad

[pokerinwi]

Sir your daughter is a true American Hero!!!

God Speed & God Bless

[sabbathmeister]

We will never forget Rachael my friend. May she rest in peace knowing she served her country and helped preserve freedom for everyone. She was a hell of a woman and somebody that should always be looked up to for her courage and devotion to others.

Take care GC. Peace