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These brave Marines of Company G stood firm at Abbey Gate on that fateful day in 2021, knowing the danger yet pressing on with the evacuation that saved so many lives. Their courage amid the suicide bombing reflects the purest American valor.For years, their heroism went underappreciated following the disastrous withdrawal. Today, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has correctly upgraded their awards, finally giving proper recognition to the risks they took and the lives they protected.We honor these warriors who faced terror without flinching. Supporting our troops and ensuring their sacrifices are never diminished remains a core duty of any true American leadership.