Pat Tillman Character Analysis

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On the evening of April 22, 2004, during a classified mission through the dangerous Khost Province, Afghanistan, Specialist (SPC) Patrick Tillman was struck and killed by friendly fire. Known as fratricide, SPC Tillman was shot by a member of the 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, amidst chaos and confusion in a heavily Taliban-occupied area. Pat Tillman gave up a lucrative football contract to enlist in US Army Rangers after the devastating terrorist attack on the World Trade Center, September 11, 2001. Throughout his life, professional, and military careers, Pat continuously displayed all characteristics of the Army Attributes and Competencies through his character, presence, intellect, leadership, development, and achievements. …show more content…
Pat continuously displayed his loyalty and duty to his teammates, coaches, peers, and leadership by proudly wearing his organization's uniform, whether it was football or military. Pat’s belief in the programs he belonged, ultimately led to two high school championships, one national title game appearance with Arizona State University, and multiple military accolades. With Pat’s maternal upbringing, he not only had self-respect and integrity but respected those around him. Pat ensured he only surrounded himself by those of a similar personality, character, and morals. The Army defines Selfless Service as, “put the welfare of the nation, the Army, and your subordinates before your own (The Army Values, 2017).” During the off-season in April 2002, in his Chandler, Arizona home, Pat typed a document on his computer that spoke to his selfless service. Pat stated, “however, these last few years, and especially after recent events, I’ve come to appreciate just how shallow and insignificant my role is. I’m no longer satisfied with the path I’ve been following…it’s no longer important (Filkins, 2009).” Turning down a lucrative three-year, $3.4 million contract with the Arizona Cardinals, Pat Tillman placed the welfare of the nation first, enlisting into the U.S. Army in June 2002. Pat Tillman’s biggest demonstration of personal …show more content…
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