Patrick "Pat" Tillman (1976-2004) Corporal, USA Ranger, 2002-04, War in Afghanistan. Killed by "friendly fire" while on a combat mission in the mountains of Afghanistan. Awarded Silver Star & Purple Heart. Football linebacker. Arizona Cardinals 1998-2001. After the 9-11 attack he turned down an offer of over one million dollars a year for three years from the Cardinals to enlist in the Army. A true HERO