"Airman Haitham, Airman Walters, and Ensign Watson represent the highest virtues of naval aviation, and undoubtedly belong in that great fraternity of selfless service to our Navy, our Department, and our Nation."Ĭhief of Naval Air Training Rear Adm. "Although this authorization pales in comparison to their immense bravery in the line of fire, this winging represents the symbolic achievement of the coveted goal that all three came to Pensacola to accomplish: to join the long line of naval aviators, flight officers, and air crewmen who have served the cause of freedom so valiantly for over a century. "It is my honor today to present the Wings of Gold to the families of these three American heroes who were among the first to respond to horrific attacks upon our own naval family and, tragically, were also our Sailors who made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting their brothers and sisters in arms," Modly said in a statement. Related: Navy Grounds 175 Saudi Aviation Students Following Pensacola Shooting Watson's family has said he got out of the building despite his wounds and helped guide emergency responders to the shooter. Modly has said in previous statements that the young men ran toward danger, fighting to keep the gunman from claiming more casualties. All were in the same classroom building when a Saudi trainee opened fire.
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