“If not me, then who?”
Travis Manion went to the Naval Academy GSS' Jason Fernandez. After graduation Travis was commissioned into the USMC. His first assignment was to the 1st Recon Bat, 1st Marine Div, I Marine Expeditionary Force Camp. Travis returned from his first deployment in Iraq, March of 2006. In December of 2006, Travis deployed back to Iraq to be part of the Military Transition Team in Fallujah. During a patrol mission on April 29, 2007, Travis was killed by enemy sniper fire in Al Anbar Province, IZ while fighting courageously to defend against an enemy ambush.
Travis was asked before he left for Iraq why he had to go and became known for his response, "If not me, then who". He always placed others before himself and helping those in need was something that came very easily for him. In keeping the spirit of his selfness nature alive the Travis Manion Foundation was established.
The mission of the Foundation is to assist the families of Fallen Heroes and our wounded Veterans. "We will emphasize the service to community and country exemplified by these Fallen Heroes and Veterans. We will help instill the strength of mind and body that will foster a generation of future leaders in the spirit of the Fallen."
Team Travis is running in honor of Travis and to raise money to further the efforts of the foundation. Please help all of the GSS CrossFitters running on Team Travis to meet their goals.
To contribute to the team, visit http://www.travismanion.com/sponsor-a-runner-for-the-shamrock-12-or-8k.html
Our Team Members Are:
Jessica France
Abi Dreyden
Amanda Vaus
Andrea Carey
Brent Benlien
Billy Holt
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