I found this on the West Point Website, what a perfect tribute to a man who will be sorely missed by the Army Family.
This is my second trip to DC & to Arlington, since I joined the Army. The most significant spot that we stop at to me, is visiting Arlington National Cemetary. I am one of the fortunate few that doesn't know many Soldiers that have been laid to rest since the start of the war...the one I do know, was my commander when I was stationed in Korea. COL Brian D. Allgood...he was an amazing man. My most favorite memory I have with him was when he pinned my first Army award on me during our field training exercise. I saluted him, as the shaky, shy, teary-eyed PFC that I was. And he returned my salute, shook my hand, and told me how proud he was of me. That I had done an outstanding job. That was it, nothing more nothing less, he moved onto the next Soldier. COL Allgood, was an amazing commander, he was all about the family, he was all about the Soldiers, and he truly cared about each and everyone of us under his wing. He is a man that is truly missed.
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