Thank you all for your kind words and prayers. He was well respected as a man and a SEAL. An unconditionally loving husband, son, brother and friend that will truely be missed by all who knew him. Sincerely, Cindy Oji Axelson
If my boys grow up to be half the man Matt and his teammates were/are then I will consider myself lucky. Hope the wives/girlfriends can find peace in their loss. From a grateful American Semper Fi
Thanks, Matt. You and your team are great role models for kids like me. I am only 13, but am hoping and training to become a Navy SEAL just like you and your team. You and your team inspired me to train to become a SEAL. You and your team gave up everything to save our country and freedom., and that means a lot to me. I want to model my life after you. I have enormous respect for you and SEAL team 10. RIP and God bless you, a true American hero.
As a longtime A-10 pilot I can only say I would have given all to be there that day and possibly help these boys and the many more that followed. God Bless you all.
Mrs. Axelson, I don't know what to say to express how moved I am by Matt's fight, will, selfless sacrifice for my family and I. I am a 36 year old grown man, and I am speechless. There just aren't any words that can express the amount of gratitude that I have for you, Matt, his parents, and his teammates. Truly, from the bottom of my heart, thank you!
You will never be forgotten. I have a friend that just graduated as a SEAL. And it's stories like this that pushed him through his training. If it wasn't for men like you, he wouldn't have gotten to where he is. We need more men like this in the world. God bless and R.I.P.
Mrs. Axelson, I am a 37 year old man, a vet, a father of two boys....I just finished Marcus' book. It's stories like these that people need to hear, to remind them of the cause these guys were fighting for on that fateful day. As I wipe my tears....I also am thankful for their service & sacrifice and your sacrifice as well. My prayers go out to you. Rest In Peace My Fallen Brothers!
The One is alive today and telling the story of your heoism because of the sacrifice of you and your brothers, Danny and Michael. Your life was not wasted and your memory lives on as an example for others to follow. Rest in Peace and know that you will never be forgotten by those that understand and truly appreciate the price you paid for us.
Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss and hope your life is again happy. I just finished reading "Lone Survivor" and have such respect for all of these men. They do what most of us could never do. God bless all of our military and their families.
What a beautiful couple. Through the video, it's so clear how happy you were together, and how deeply you were in-love. I can't begin to understand how you go on without your best friend. You must be a very strong woman. I thank you for your husband's dedication to our freedoms and way of life. Thank you for sharing this little window into your personal life. It encourages/reminds me not to take for granted those closest to my heart.
The sacrifice men make for this country is incredible. Willing to lay down their lives for thousands they have never met. In my mind, there is no place more honorable to die than on the battlefield. I do not wish to die, but my dream is to become one of those men, willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice. Hooyah.
Matt thanks for being such an inspiration to me and many others. RIP man. Thanks for your great courage in the fight of your life. You will never be forgotten man. Thanks for being such an awesome PATRIOT and HERO to the USA!!! OOH RAH from a MARINE
A wonderfully sensitive tribute to a hero. It's clear to see how devoted they were to one another, and I am so sorry you lost him. An exceptional man, husband and son. God Bless you all.
Axe would have been my uncle in-law. I wish I got to know this man. I've only heard so little about him by his brother Jeff. I think me and Matt would have got along. You will be missed.
I just finished this book and it really took the wind out of my sail. Seeing these pictures really hit hard. I am so, sorry for your loss. Know that he is in heaven and you will be reunited. For now you will have a guardian angel. These men and their families are true heros! God Bless
I just finished Lone Survivor. I definitely feel as if leaving a youtube comment to express my deep appreciation for this amazing hero isn't enough, but I hope it is for now. Mr. Axelson, I'm glad your bud Marcus made it out alive to share your story. I'm forever in debt to you and the rest of SEAL Team 10. God bless
God bless you Mrs. Axelson for your loss and pain. Matt paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Matt was a great Navy SEAL. He continued to fight after all his injuries, when most would quit, or surrender.
After reading the book I have immense respect for team 10. They fought knowing they were clearly outnumbered and showed real courage. Rest in Peace Danny,Mikey,and Axel.
This man was the embodiment of true courage to go into the jaws of the enemy like he did and the selflessness he showed proven by his dying words that were dedicated to his wife Cindy are simply beyond heroic. He is an inspiration to all men like myself who can only dream to be a fraction of the man he was. God bless your soul Matt and comfort those who loved you.
I am a navy vet! I just finished the book LONE SURVIVOR and was moved so much by the valor and courage of these young warriors.I thank God every day for them and most of all I thank God for men like Matt.Hooyah! Matt we will never forget you Bro'
What can I say that has not been posted...I more than second the accolades, the prayers, the respect. I am in awe of men like this and the families that suffer in their absence. Thanks from a grateful American.
I just finished Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell...gut wrenching and extremely depressing to read but when you discover what sort of men they were and what sort of person Cindy married, you cant help but respect the guy..they were and are very very special characters and gave their lives for our freedom and the right to life a good life.
This video breaks my heart. I know exactly what it feels like to be in the military and be away from the one you love. Military relationships are always so god damn hard. Through all the darkness and pain that comes with serving, sometimes the only thing that keeps you sane is knowing that person back home is waiting for you and still loves you.
Words can not express my sympathy and gratefullness to you and for your husband. I just read Marcus Luttrel's book, it's good to know that their are still true Hero's out there doing the work that many in this Great Country could not even comprehend much less attempt to emulate. My prayers are with you.
Last week.... while shopping with my wife, this song came on. All that I could think of was Matt, Cindy, Marcus, Danny, Mike, those who died attempting to respond as back up, my own friends lost down range, my brother police officers lost, all war fighters, my love for my wife.... my pride in my country. Thank you Mathew and Mathews family from another stranger whohas been touched by the lives of others.
Rest in peace and thank you for your selfless service. -PFC Art Axelson, 328th MP CO & former Navy -SGT Jay Axelson, 501st, Ft. Richardson, AK While of no known relation, my brother and I are proud to share a name forever linked to sacrifce and bravery. May GOD watch over your wife and family as you forever rest in peace.
It's very sad and unfortunate that these bravest warriors lost their own lives for a very simple mistake, giving those people that betrayed them another chance to lived. Thank you all for the sacrifices...
Your story, your effort, your will and your heart are an inspiration to us all. I will make sure that my son knows about each and everyone of you, the value of what you did, and most importantly...why you did it!! In life and in death, you will never be alone!
It looks like he had a wonderful wife. She is always smiling and touching matt. I wish to GOD we would just get out of Afghanistan because the sad thing is we cannot change that culture. No amount of SF soldiers can turn back the hands of time. They will never like howard stern and rap music, They will never shop at wal-mart or accept the fact that we can teach them how to grow food. R.I.P. Matt and to all others who gave their lives for what they believed was just. Condolences to his wife.
Dear Cindy, Watching this video showed how much it hurts to lose some one. I have served two years in the marine crop, E.O.D. I've work with navy seal before these men are true warriors with hearts of gold. For me I've lost three good friend over in Iraq everyday I still see there faces every time I good to sleep. Your husband must be a very sweet person but don't forget he's always in your heart and all of ours. If I was on a ops with your husband I would lay down my life him.
I don't think anyone could pay higher tribute to Matt Axelson than Marcus Luttrell did in the aforementioned book "Lone Survivor." That being said, this short comment is in tribute to the life of Matt Axelson and the ultimate sacrifice he gave for his country, the USA. The lives of Matt and all other US military men and women lost fighting for the freedoms we enjoy here (and too often take for granted) will never be forgotten. My condolences go out to the family and friends of Matt. R.I.P.
I'm so sorry Cindy! Men like your husband are a special breed. He died doing what he loved at the time. I always think of you guys when I hear this song...TFR '93
Let it be said that these men are truly Americans unsung heroes, It is rare to glimpse the dedication, resolve and skill of these truly amazing soldiers, husbands and fathers. Blessed are those who knew them and associated with them and blessed are we to hear of his valiant effort and love for our country. He is O.K. let this motivate all of us to improve something about ourselves.
Cindy, I am sorry for your loss. Matthew Gene Axelson is a great man and and an incredible warrior. He paid the ultimate price for my freedom. We, this country, owe him our greatest respect. God bless you.
I read the book "lone survivor", and I read it again and again... and sometimes when I go back to certain paragraphs I am in owe and my eyes are watery; and I can't stop thinking how lucky we are that still today, there are guys like these ones among us. There is still hope... Thank you, I mean it...
I read Lone Survivor.............Axe, Danny, Lt. Murphy........all the men of SEAL team 10, 160th SOAR and everyone serving.........THANK YOU! You are all hero's Marcus Luttrell thanks for telling the story.
For what it's worth, I can't help but feel both sorrow for the widow and pride in such a manner that makes me sleep a little better at night knowing people like Matt are doing there best so I can enjoy my wife and three girls. But rest assure, anyone that wishes my family, friends, and neighbors will bear the brunt of everything I can throw at them. Thank you for your service Matt.
I just found out that Matt was from my older sister's graduating class at Monta Vista High School in Cupertino, CA. I just wanted to say thanks for your sacrifice. God Bless you, Cindy, and your families.
Your last words were to your wife.....Oh how I respect you for that. And you died on the battlefield with glory in your soul. Never surrendering, you pushed on and for that, you will not be forgotten brother......
reading through all of their lives..And even reading through some of their myspace blogs the day before it happend just hits you hard. It makes you want to enlist and go mow tear those bastards up. R.I.P matt,Danny,Michael and shane and the others. You guys did it right.
Everybody who isn't serving should be in their knees thanking god there is men like Matt Axelson that fights to keep this nation free. Like my recruiter once said, ''People sleep peaceably in their beds at night, only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.'' RIP brother, myself and thousands of americans will serve with the same courage and patriotism as you had.
Words cannot describe. After reading this book which kept me interested and hanging on every word. I could vividly picture his firefight with the taliban, I just thank my lucky stars and God Almighty that Rough Men such as him stand ready in the night to fight injustices with such heroism, bravery, and utter patriotism. He never stopped, and neither will I. I serve in the Air Force, I work in Logistics and ship supplies to the troops...we are not beaten, thank you Ax, thank God for your life.:)
May God bless you Matt, I pray that you and your fallen brothers forever rest in the arms of the Eternal Father. Cindy, our prayers are with you. May we never forget the brave men and women like Matt, Mikey, and Danny who gave it all up for their comrades and also for us. If I can become even half the man that Matthew Axelson was, I will feel like I am a superhero. Hooyah brother, I'll see you in Heaven one day and it will be the utmost honor to shake your hand.
I just fineshed the book. His valor will live long past the days when most men give in to time. May God bless him and all those who served right there besides him.
Thank you all for your kind words and prayers. He was well respected as a man and a SEAL. An unconditionally loving husband, son, brother and friend that will truely be missed by all who knew him.
Sincerely,
Cindy Oji Axelson
Matt Axelson's last words to Marcus: "Tell Cindy I love her."
It's a damn shame what happened to this man, he was truly a hero in every sense of the word
My kids sleep safe tonight because of you Matt.Thank you!
If my boys grow up to be half the man Matt and his teammates were/are then I will consider myself lucky. Hope the wives/girlfriends can find peace in their loss.
From a grateful American
Semper Fi
Thank you Lord for men like Matt and the families that support them....
Semper Fi
Thanks, Matt. You and your team are great role models for kids like me. I am only 13, but am hoping and training to become a Navy SEAL just like you and your team. You and your team inspired me to train to become a SEAL. You and your team gave up everything to save our country and freedom., and that means a lot to me. I want to model my life after you. I have enormous respect for you and SEAL team 10. RIP and God bless you, a true American hero.
As a longtime A-10 pilot I can only say I would have given all to be there that day
and possibly help these boys and the many more that followed. God Bless you all.
Mrs. Axelson,
I don't know what to say to express how moved I am by Matt's fight, will, selfless sacrifice for my family and I. I am a 36 year old grown man, and I am speechless. There just aren't any words that can express the amount of gratitude that I have for you, Matt, his parents, and his teammates. Truly, from the bottom of my heart, thank you!
You will never be forgotten. I have a friend that just graduated as a SEAL. And it's stories like this that pushed him through his training. If it wasn't for men like you, he wouldn't have gotten to where he is.
We need more men like this in the world.
God bless and R.I.P.
RIP, Axe. America will never forget your sacrifice.
No way to fully express my family's thanks to Matt AND you, Cindy. God Bless.
Mrs. Axelson,
I am a 37 year old man, a vet, a father of two boys....I just finished Marcus' book. It's stories like these that people need to hear, to remind them of the cause these guys were fighting for on that fateful day. As I wipe my tears....I also am thankful for their service & sacrifice and your sacrifice as well. My prayers go out to you. Rest In Peace My Fallen Brothers!
The One is alive today and telling the story of your heoism because of the sacrifice of you and your brothers, Danny and Michael. Your life was not wasted and your memory lives on as an example for others to follow. Rest in Peace and know that you will never be forgotten by those that understand and truly appreciate the price you paid for us.
Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss and hope your life is again happy. I just finished reading "Lone Survivor" and have such respect for all of these men. They do what most of us could never do. God bless all of our military and their families.
thanks Matt for your dedication to your country. You will never be forgotten.
What a beautiful couple. Through the video, it's so clear how happy you were together, and how deeply you were in-love. I can't begin to understand how you go on without your best friend. You must be a very strong woman. I thank you for your husband's dedication to our freedoms and way of life. Thank you for sharing this little window into your personal life. It encourages/reminds me not to take for granted those closest to my heart.
The sacrifice men make for this country is incredible. Willing to lay down their lives for thousands they have never met. In my mind, there is no place more honorable to die than on the battlefield. I do not wish to die, but my dream is to become one of those men, willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice. Hooyah.
Matt thanks for being such an inspiration to me and many others. RIP man. Thanks for your great courage in the fight of your life. You will never be forgotten man. Thanks for being such an awesome PATRIOT and HERO to the USA!!! OOH RAH from a MARINE
A wonderfully sensitive tribute to a hero. It's clear to see how devoted they were to one another, and I am so sorry you lost him. An exceptional man, husband and son. God Bless you all.
you are a FREAKING LEGEND and HERO... You had more courage in your pinky toe than many cities have combined. 2 words - THANK YOU.
Axe would have been my uncle in-law. I wish I got to know this man. I've only heard so little about him by his brother Jeff. I think me and Matt would have got along. You will be missed.
I just finished this book and it really took the wind out of my sail. Seeing these pictures really hit hard. I am so, sorry for your loss. Know that he is in heaven and you will be reunited. For now you will have a guardian angel.
These men and their families are true heros!
God Bless
I just finished Lone Survivor. I definitely feel as if leaving a youtube comment to express my deep appreciation for this amazing hero isn't enough, but I hope it is for now. Mr. Axelson, I'm glad your bud Marcus made it out alive to share your story. I'm forever in debt to you and the rest of SEAL Team 10. God bless
Such a brave man. My deepest gratitude and sympathy, Cindy.
God bless you Mrs. Axelson for your loss and pain. Matt paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Matt was a great Navy SEAL. He continued to fight after all his injuries, when most would quit, or surrender.
After reading the book I have immense respect for team 10. They fought knowing they were clearly outnumbered and showed real courage. Rest in Peace Danny,Mikey,and Axel.
My heart broke while reading 'Lone Survivor'. God bless you Cindy as you go on without your beloved Matt. He IS a hero.
This man was the embodiment of true courage to go into the jaws of the enemy like he did and the selflessness he showed proven by his dying words that were dedicated to his wife Cindy are simply beyond heroic. He is an inspiration to all men like myself who can only dream to be a fraction of the man he was. God bless your soul Matt and comfort those who loved you.
I am a navy vet! I just finished the book LONE SURVIVOR and was moved so much by the valor and courage of these young warriors.I thank God every day for them and most of all I thank God for men like Matt.Hooyah! Matt we will never forget you Bro'
What can I say that has not been posted...I more than second the accolades, the prayers, the respect. I am in awe of men like this and the families that suffer in their absence.
Thanks from a grateful American.
I just finished Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell...gut wrenching and extremely depressing to read but when you discover what sort of men they were and what sort of person Cindy married, you cant help but respect the guy..they were and are very very special characters and gave their lives for our freedom and the right to life a good life.
Thank you for your service, sir. Thank you to your family and your wife for sharing your life to keep us free & liberating the oppressed.
Thank you Axe! We owe our freedom to you! God bless you and your family.
Matt, you are one of my heroes. God bless you, Cindy and your families. We'll see you again!
A Thank you to Cindy and Matt for all you've bestowed to us.
Thank You. That's all we can say to him or any SEAL. Condolences and best wishes to Cindy.
I have much respect for this man. Thank you Mr. Axelson.
True man right there. God bless him and his wife.
This video breaks my heart. I know exactly what it feels like to be in the military and be away from the one you love. Military relationships are always so god damn hard. Through all the darkness and pain that comes with serving, sometimes the only thing that keeps you sane is knowing that person back home is waiting for you and still loves you.
Words can not express my sympathy and gratefullness to you and for your husband. I just read Marcus Luttrel's book, it's good to know that their are still true Hero's out there doing the work that many in this Great Country could not even comprehend much less attempt to emulate. My prayers are with you.
Absolutely beautiful video.
Thank you sir for your service to this Country.
Rest in Peace.
Last week.... while shopping with my wife, this song came on. All that I could think of was Matt, Cindy, Marcus, Danny, Mike, those who died attempting to respond as back up, my own friends lost down range, my brother police officers lost, all war fighters, my love for my wife.... my pride in my country. Thank you Mathew and Mathews family from another stranger whohas been touched by the lives of others.
RIP Axe. You are very much loved and appreciated. Thank you.
Beautiful tribute ....
Always an inspiration and always remembered....
Aloha and Mahalo!
Thoughts and prayers. God Bless all those who lay it on the line each and every day.
Thank you so much Matt for your service. "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Thank you, Matt. You'll never be forgotten
what a smile he had you could see the love he had for his wife in his eyes and smile may God comfort his wife and God Bless Matt
Rest in peace and thank you for your selfless service.
-PFC Art Axelson, 328th MP CO & former Navy
-SGT Jay Axelson, 501st, Ft. Richardson, AK
While of no known relation, my brother and I are proud to share a name forever linked to sacrifce and bravery. May GOD watch over your wife and family as you forever rest in peace.
RIP, Soldier... and thank you for everything you did and making the ultimate sacrifice to our great nation.
"And they who for their country die shall fill an honored grave, for glory lights the soldier's tomb, and beauty weeps the brave." ~Joseph Drake
You were a man's man Axe. Guys like you make our country what it is. RIP brother.
It's very sad and unfortunate that these bravest warriors lost their own lives for a very simple mistake, giving those people that betrayed them another chance to lived. Thank you all for the sacrifices...
Your story, your effort, your will and your heart are an inspiration to us all. I will make sure that my son knows about each and everyone of you, the value of what you did, and most importantly...why you did it!! In life and in death, you will never be alone!
It looks like he had a wonderful wife. She is always smiling and touching matt.
I wish to GOD we would just get out of Afghanistan because the sad thing is we cannot change that culture. No amount of SF soldiers can turn back the hands of time. They will never like howard stern and rap music, They will never shop at wal-mart or accept the fact that we can teach them how to grow food.
R.I.P. Matt and to all others who gave their lives for what they believed was just. Condolences to his wife.
what a beautiful tribute.what a loss.i hope his widow is doing ok.
HERO - such a small word for such a huge person. Thanks Matt RIP
Rest in peace, Matt. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
HOYEAH to one of the best soldiers ever!!!!!!
Dear Cindy,
Watching this video showed how much it hurts to lose some one. I have served two years in the marine crop, E.O.D. I've work with navy seal before these men are true warriors with hearts of gold. For me I've lost three good friend over in Iraq everyday I still see there faces every time I good to sleep. Your husband must be a very sweet person but don't forget he's always in your heart and all of ours. If I was on a ops with your husband I would lay down my life him.
he was fighting for you cindy god bless you america loves and thanks you
I don't think anyone could pay higher tribute to Matt Axelson than Marcus Luttrell did in the aforementioned book "Lone Survivor." That being said, this short comment is in tribute to the life of Matt Axelson and the ultimate sacrifice he gave for his country, the USA. The lives of Matt and all other US military men and women lost fighting for the freedoms we enjoy here (and too often take for granted) will never be forgotten. My condolences go out to the family and friends of Matt. R.I.P.
I'm so sorry Cindy! Men like your husband are a special breed. He died doing what he loved at the time. I always think of you guys when I hear this song...TFR '93
Let it be said that these men are truly Americans unsung heroes, It is rare to glimpse the dedication, resolve and skill of these truly amazing soldiers, husbands and fathers. Blessed are those who knew them and associated with them and blessed are we to hear of his valiant effort and love for our country. He is O.K. let this motivate all of us to improve something about ourselves.
Thank you.
Cindy, I am sorry for your loss. Matthew Gene Axelson is a great man and and an incredible warrior. He paid the ultimate price for my freedom. We, this country, owe him our greatest respect. God bless you.
It is nice to be able to put a face to the men I read about. GOD BLESS!
Thank you for defending our freedoms and bringing others the same blessing of freedom.
Godspeed warrior. We wont forget your sacrifice.
Thanks Matt. What a hero. Wish I could shake your hand. RIP
R.I.P Matt
You Will Never be Forgotten
god bless these true warriors, these guys are the fiercest warriors this world has ever seen.
I read the book "lone survivor", and I read it again and again... and sometimes when I go back to certain paragraphs I am in owe and my eyes are watery; and I can't stop thinking how lucky we are that still today, there are guys like these ones among us. There is still hope... Thank you, I mean it...
Godspeed warrior. 6 years and not forgotten your service and ultimate sacrifice.
I read Lone Survivor.............Axe, Danny, Lt. Murphy........all the men of SEAL team 10, 160th SOAR and everyone serving.........THANK YOU! You are all hero's Marcus Luttrell thanks for telling the story.
You are not forgotten. R.I.P.
sometimes it is that family and that significant other that helps to push us through. i know it was for me and my wife was my number one supporter.
You are not forgotten.
i salute you matt you are a hero....
Rest In Peace Matt you will not be forgotten, and goodluck to your wife Cindy. LRU/SWAT #01 Philippines
For what it's worth, I can't help but feel both sorrow for the widow and pride in such a manner that makes me sleep a little better at night knowing people like Matt are doing there best so I can enjoy my wife and three girls. But rest assure, anyone that wishes my family, friends, and neighbors will bear the brunt of everything I can throw at them. Thank you for your service Matt.
thank you for your service sir
Could not have said it any better. Thanks for posting the quote!
I just found out that Matt was from my older sister's graduating class at Monta Vista High School in Cupertino, CA. I just wanted to say thanks for your sacrifice. God Bless you, Cindy, and your families.
I read it too. Matt seems like the kind of guy everyone would want to know. Bless all who knew him.
God bless to you Matt and Cindy , and all of uniform member who serves country , thank you very much .
Your last words were to your wife.....Oh how I respect you for that. And you died on the battlefield with glory in your soul. Never surrendering, you pushed on and for that, you will not be forgotten brother......
reading through all of their lives..And even reading through some of their myspace blogs the day before it happend just hits you hard. It makes you want to enlist and go mow tear those bastards up. R.I.P matt,Danny,Michael and shane and the others. You guys did it right.
I hope one day I will serve in the ranks of such men like matt. Hooyah matt and cindy! God bless you!
after reading the book it was like i new all those guys like brothers, the best brothers a guy could have hooyah
Rest In Peace
i couldnt have said it better myself.
rest in peace matt axelson.
Everybody who isn't serving should be in their knees thanking god there is men like Matt Axelson that fights to keep this nation free. Like my recruiter once said, ''People sleep peaceably in their beds at night, only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.'' RIP brother, myself and thousands of americans will serve with the same courage and patriotism as you had.
Just added a new name to my list of HEROS!..God Bless You Matt!.. would like to have met you..RIP
R.I.P. thx for what u did for us back home in the good old usa
Words cannot describe. After reading this book which kept me interested and hanging on every word. I could vividly picture his firefight with the taliban, I just thank my lucky stars and God Almighty that Rough Men such as him stand ready in the night to fight injustices with such heroism, bravery, and utter patriotism. He never stopped, and neither will I. I serve in the Air Force, I work in Logistics and ship supplies to the troops...we are not beaten, thank you Ax, thank God for your life.:)
no one will ever forget
"What we do in life echos in eternity"- Hooyah Matt
May God bless you Matt, I pray that you and your fallen brothers forever rest in the arms of the Eternal Father. Cindy, our prayers are with you.
May we never forget the brave men and women like Matt, Mikey, and Danny who gave it all up for their comrades and also for us. If I can become even half the man that Matthew Axelson was, I will feel like I am a superhero. Hooyah brother, I'll see you in Heaven one day and it will be the utmost honor to shake your hand.
I just fineshed the book. His valor will live long past the days when most men give in to time. May God bless him and all those who served right there besides him.