Thursday, July 22, 2010
CA – Cpl. Julio Vargas
07/22/2010 GAAS:457:10 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Governor Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Sylmar Marine
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding the death of Cpl. Julio Vargas of Sylmar, CA:
“Maria and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Corporal Julio Vargas. He was a real-life hero, one of our nation’s bravest individuals, and his service and sacrifice in the name of freedom will not be forgotten. We extend our sincere condolences to Julio’s family and loved ones as they reflect on the life of this courageous Marine.”
Vargas, 23, died July 20 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, U.S. Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton, CA.
In honor of Cpl. Vargas, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Source: gov.ca.gov/press-release/15639/
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