2005: In a rural area near Baghdad, the soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 184th Infantry often visit a small village. The soldiers have informally named this village "Estradaville" in honor of a fellow soldier who was murdered while on leave. The soldiers of the 184th Infantry are known for acts of charity and compassion--so much so that they have struck up a friendship with many of the Iraqis that they encounter, and are well liked in "Estradaville."
One example of the compassion the 184th Infantry has shown is using their skills and resources to build an "arm cycle" for a disabled Iraqi man named Mohammed. The battalion's Command Sgt. Maj. Edgardo Coronado admired how hard Mohammed worked to provide for his family, and when his wheelchair broke Coronado took the initiative to help Mohammed. Several soldiers volunteered their time and efforts in the project, including U.S. Army Sgt. Edward Dominguez who designed the "arm cycle". The "arm cycle" was built out of scrap metal and donated bicycle parts. The "arm cycle" took three months to build, the time dedicated to its creation was volunteer time, which the soldiers were happy to do. Mohammed was so thankful for the help of the soldiers, that he now calls Dominguez "brother".
Read the full story at Defend America News:
Headline U.S. Soldiers Bring Wheels to Iraqi Man - DefendAmerica News Article
http://www.defendamerica.mil/articles/Dec2005/a122305wm1.html
By U.S. Army Spc. Dan Balda4th Brigade Combat Team
BAGHDAD, Iraq, Dec. 23, 2005
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