Governor Cuomo Directs Flags to Half-StaffGovernor Andrew Cuomo has directed that flags on state government buildings be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, November 16 in honor of a Fort Drum soldier who died in Afghanistan on November 11, Veterans Day.
Private First Class Theodore B. Rushing died in Kandahar province of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.
He was assigned to the 3rd Squadron of the 71st Cavalry Regiment of the 10th Mountain Division's 3rd Brigade Combat Team, based at Fort Drum. Private First Class Rushing was from Longwood, Florida.
"On behalf of all New Yorkers, I send my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow soldiers of Private First Class Rushing," Governor Cuomo said.
"This Fort Drum soldier, who lost his life on Veterans Day, made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We will honor his service and his dedication to our nation."
"This Fort Drum soldier, who lost his life on Veterans Day, made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We will honor his service and his dedication to our nation."
From The G-Man would like to take this opportunity to honor Private First Class Theodore B. Rushing, his love of country and his service with the following video tribute. May he rest in peace.
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