Part 2 CNO awards Shaeffer Purple Heart

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Posted by Scott Suozzi on April 29, 2002 at 19:13:52:
saw story got cut off, here's the rest....

....Clark added that the Purple Heart is awarded to servicemembers who pay a great price in defense of freedom.

"We talk about sacrifice in our profession. We have a medal like the Purple Heart to recognize individuals who have suffered greatly, and Kevin Schaeffer is such a person. Kevin Schaeffer will never forget 9/11. He was burned over 40 percent of his body. He will undergo dozens of surgeries before this is all over. Kevin, I want you to know that we are inspired by your example," Clark said.

"That day found him in our Command Center," the CNO said. "We're so glad today, Kevin, that this day finds you here with us."

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