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Old 02-28-12, 10:13 AM   #1
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Default Buck Compton passes away

One of the last remaining 'Band of Brothers'

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Old 02-28-12, 10:23 AM   #2
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Old 02-28-12, 10:41 AM   #3
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One of the good guys. Compton had a distinguished post military career in California. In the D.A.'s office he successfully prosecuted Sirhan Sirhan for the murder of RFK. Later became a Judge.

RIP Buck.
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Old 02-28-12, 10:47 AM   #4
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Can't believe I missed this. RIP warrior.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/nation...meR_story.html
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Old 02-28-12, 03:50 PM   #11
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RIP sir.

And thank you.

One of many American heroes.
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Old 02-29-12, 12:24 AM   #12
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He led an amazing life and will be sorely missed...RIP.
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Old 02-29-12, 04:07 PM   #13
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RIP Buck ..Airborne All The Way!
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RIP Buck. Your contributions to the world will be remembered.
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RIP Buck. We thank you for your service.
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