2008 Republican National Convention Pays Tribute to Fallen US Navy SEAL Film Honors Medal of Honor Recipient Michael A. Monsoor The stirring story of a fallen U.S. Navy SEAL was poignantly recounted during the second night of the 2008 Republican National Convention. A short film honoring the life and service of Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael A. Monsoor was shown to delegates and attendees at the Xcel Energy Center. The film received a standing ovation. Monsoor was awarded the Medal of Honor, posthumously, for his heroic actions in Ar Ramadi, Iraq on Sept. 29, 2006, when he was mortally wounded by a grenade while saving the lives of fellow SEALs. The Medal of Honor is our nation's highest decoration for military valor. Monsoor also received Silver and Bronze Stars for his distinguished service. "Petty Officer Monsoor never led an army or commanded a nation, but he will never be forgotten," said the film's narrator, actor Gary Sinise. Monsoor's sister, Sara, and two of his fellow SEALs were recognized by the crowd following the video, as were five additional recipients of the Medal of Honor and all veterans in attendance. The film honoring Monsoor may be accessed here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfBbJlgn1U&fmt=18. About the Republican National Convention The 2008 Republican National Convention will be held at Saint Paul's Xcel Energy Center from Sept. 1-4, 2008. Approximately 45,000 delegates, alternate delegates, volunteers, members of the media and other guests are expected to attend the convention. Minneapolis-Saint Paul is expected to receive an estimated $150-$160 million positive economic boost from the four-day event. For more information about the 2008 Republican National Convention, please visit our website at http://www.gopconvention2008.com/ and join our social network sites on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
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