American Legion salutes heroes, expresses condolences for Fort Stewart shooting victims

National Commander LaCoursiere: ‘Without the heroism and quick thinking of soldiers on the scene, the outcome could have been far more tragic.’   

American Legion National Commander James A. LaCoursiere, Jr., issued the following statement regarding yesterday’s shooting at Fort Stewart, Ga:

“There are heroes among us. I refer to the brave soldiers who subdued and restrained a gunman that shot five of their fellow servicemembers who were injured in a violent and heinous attack on Aug. 6. Thankfully, all the wounded servicemembers have reportedly been treated and are expected to survive. We pray for their full recovery. Without the heroism and quick thinking of soldiers on the scene, the outcome could have been far more tragic. We are pleased that the Army secretary has already presented medals to those who stopped the attack.”