Murphy Mourns Loss of Sgt. Nicole Gee
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement mourning the passing of Sergeant Nicole L. Gee who died in a terrorist attack on Thursday while supporting non-combatant evacuation operations in Kabul, Afghanistan.
"I am devastated to hear of the passing of Sergeant Nicole L. Gee," said Murphy. "I want to offer my most sincere condolences to Sergeant Gee's family and loved ones during this extremely difficult time. Sergeant Gee's bravery, empathy, patriotism, and unwavering commitment to others will never be forgotten. Her willingness to put herself in harm's way to protect her country is the most selfless act one can commit, and words are not enough to convey our gratitude. Sergeant Gee's heroism represents the very best of America. I pray that her family, friends, and fellow Marines find peace and healing in this dark time, and rest assured that Sergeant Gee's memory will live on as an example to us all. God bless our U.S. Marines, Gold Star Families, and all U.S. service members."
Sergeant Nicole L. Gee (center) comforts an Afghan infant at Hamid Karzai International Airport (DOD, 8/20/2021)
Sgt. Nicole L. Gee was assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
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