Lieutenant Col. William H. Vivian, the commanding officer of 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, renders a final salute to Lance Cpl. Benjamin W. Schmidt of San Antonio Oct. 13, after a memorial service honoring the fallen Marine, who died while conducting combat operations Oct. 6. Vivian spoke during the ceremony, offering kind words for the scout sniper.
“He always showed a real passion for his work and a sincere generosity to his brothers,” said Vivian. “He set an example that lifted others around him to reach a little higher.”
| Date Taken: | 10.25.2011 |
| Date Posted: | 10.25.2011 03:56 |
| Photo ID: | 478034 |
| VIRIN: | 111013-M-YI942-004 |
| Resolution: | 2376x3474 |
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| Location: | MUSA QAL'EH DISTRICT CENTER, HELMAND PROVINCE, AF |
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