Combat Veteran Bradley Gruetzner

TONIGHT at 6PM CST we sit down with a warrior, and hear directly from a man who has suffered traumatic loss from the wounds of war. FREEDOM is not FREE! On November 15, 2006, Retired US Army SSG Bradley Gruetzner and his crew were ambushed while searching for the terrorists who attacked and killed an Army unit a few days before. Bradley’s HUMVEE was struck by a 600 lb IED consisting of two anti-tank mines and multiple propane tanks. His vehicle was destroyed and 3 of his crew were killed instantly. Bradley’s injuries included an amputated right hand, part of his arm, multiple broken bones, severe T.B.I., and multiple internal injuries. After 40 surgeries and survivor’s guilt, Bradley struggled with the physical pain and the emotional challenges of coping with the loss of his fellow soldiers. Bradley has had bouts of post-traumatic stress and thoughts of suicide before discovering the best way to honor the soldiers he lost is to live well and serve others. Bradley now takes part in healing with other Combat wounded Veterans by spending time outside and partaking in various hunting trips. A special thanks to today’s show sponsors PatchOps, Dan Francis, Chase’s Choice, and Military Rodeo Cowboys Association Helping a Hero is currently building a home for SSG Gruetzner. Learn more by going to there tagged page. #todaywithtallypodcast #military #sacrifice #neverforgotten #fighter #MemorialDay #life #USA #ptsd #podcast #podcasts #nevergiveup #neverforget #neverquit