MSNBC Katy Tur Reports December 16, 2021 19:29:00
Crew. with this final reposition, sergeant first class celiz placed himself directly between the cockpit and the enemy, ensuring the aircraft was able to depart. sergeant first class celiz was hit by enemy fire. fully aware of his own injury but understanding the peril to the aircraft, sergeant first class celiz motioned to the aircraft to depart rather than remain behind to load him. his selfless actions saved the life of the evacuated partner force member and almost certainly prevented further casualties. throughout the entire engagement, sergeant first class celiz significantly changed the ...