Reed is part of the 27th
Engineer Battalion stationed somewhere in the Middle East.The 27th Engineer
Battalion is one of three tactical engineer battalions in the 20th Engineer
Brigade, which is a major subordinate command of the XVIII Airborne Corps.
He left Fort Bragg, NC on March 18. A corporal from Fort Bragg called to
let us know Reed's unit arrived safely and is part of a mission or
missions involving Rangers from Fort Benning. We have received many
supportive calls, letters, and emails since then about Reed. Thank you.
What follows is a brief trip down memory lane: Reed's formative years, if you will.