The Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 16 in Monmouth Freehold, New Jersey are recognizing Currahee 1st LT. Brian Brennan as Irishman of the Year. LT Brennan D 2/506 was severely injured on May 7, 2008 from an IED attack, while leading a patrol in Sabari District, Khost, Afghanistan. LT Brennan had been in Afghanistan for only two months when an IED exploded under the Humvee that he and four other men were traveling in. Brian and the gunner, Spc. Ryan Price of California, were the only ones to survive. However, they suffered similar fates.
LT Brennan was found in cardiac arrest. If not for the quick response of his fellow soldiers, his story might have a different ending. LT Brennan was transferred to a field hospital, where it was found that he had sustained an acute brain injury, a collapsed lung, internal bleeding, a ruptured spleen, multiple compound fractures of his left arm, and a shattered femur bone. In addition, both of Brian’s legs had to be amputated.
The event is to be held Saturday February 28, 2009 7-11pm at St Thomas More Parish Hall, 186 Gordons Corner Road Manalapan NJ. For information and tickets Call
732-740-6821 – 732-740-3175 For more information on LT Brennan visit 1st LT Brian Brennan Stands Alone Trust
Read more about LT. Brennan inthe Charleston News
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