Osprey crash in Norway

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Abide with me — Henry Francis Lyte

Abide with me; fast falls the eventide;
The darkness deepens; Lord with me abide.
When other helpers fail and comforts flee,
Help of the helpless, O abide with me.

Swift to its close ebbs out life's little day;
Earth's joys grow dim; its glories pass away;
Change and decay in all around I see;
O Thou who changest not, abide with me.

Not a brief glance I beg, a passing word,
But as Thou dwell'st with Thy disciples, Lord,
Familiar, condescending, patient, free.
Come not to sojourn, but abide with me.

Come not in terror, as the King of kings,
But kind and good, with healing in Thy wings;
Tears for all woes, a heart for every plea.
Come, Friend of sinners, thus abide with me.

Thou on my head in early youth didst smile,
And though rebellious and perverse meanwhile,
Thou hast not left me, oft as I left Thee.
On to the close, O Lord, abide with me.

I need Thy presence every passing hour.
What but Thy grace can foil the tempter's power?
Who, like Thyself, my guide and stay can be?
Through cloud and sunshine, Lord, abide with me.

I fear no foe, with Thee at hand to bless;
Ills have no weight, and tears no bitterness.
Where is death's sting? Where, grave, thy victory?
I triumph still, if Thou abide with me.

Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes;
Shine through the gloom and point me to the skies.
Heaven's morning breaks, and earth's vain shadows flee;
In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me.
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RIP. Looks like it wasn't good weather to be flying in.
 
When I saw the news of this break it just made me so sad. For those of us whose sons and daughters choose this path this is just a reminder of the risk they take to provide service to this great nation and her citizens.
Sobering. My heart is with their families and fellow Marines.
 
They have released the names of the Marines who were lost in the crash. I wanted to post the link but am reminded that our forum members may be family of those lost. And their pictures may be too much.

I am always reminded of a forum member who shared the heartbreak of the loss of their decorated and talented son in a training accident. I think of him and his family often.
 
A message from Major General Michael Cederholm, Commanding General of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing:

"Tonight, with an extremely heavy heart, I share the loss of four Marines from America’s Aircraft Wing who were involved in a tragic MV-22B Osprey accident while conducting a training flight in Norway during Exercise COLD RESPONSE 22. The pilots and crewmembers of Ghost 31 were committed to the “Raging Bulls,” our Marine Corps, accomplishing their mission, and a calling to serve something greater than themselves. These Marines were simply doing what they loved to do, and we must – we will – keep these warriors and their selfless example of service in the forefront of our minds."

"To the families of our fellow Marines lost in this tragedy, we send our deepest condolences and we keep you foremost in our thoughts and prayers. We will always remain focused on ensuring you remain supported during this incredibly difficult time.
We mourn the loss of our four brothers who dedicated their lives to our Nation, and are deeply saddened by their loss. So, in a manner just like the crew of Ghost 31 would do, we honor them by taking to the skies again with their memory in our hearts, with nerves of steel, and ready to answer our great Nation’s call."

Capt. Matthew J. Tomkiewicz
Capt. Ross A. Reynolds
GySgt. James W. Speedy
Cpl. Jacob M. Moore
 
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