Feb. 2 is the ninth anniversary of the retired Navy SEAL’s death whose career was documented in the bestselling “American Sniper” autobiography and later blockbuster film.
The retired Navy SEAL, whose career was documented in the bestselling "American Sniper" autobiography and later blockbuster film, is remembered as a husband and father who aimed to help other military veterans struggling with PTSD.
FILE - Taya Kyle, wife of slain Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, cries on the witness stand during the opening day of the capital murder trial of former Marine Cpl. Eddie Ray Routh at the Erath County Donald R. Jones Justice Center on Feb. 11, 2015 in StephenviDuring the trial, attorneys said Kyle described Routh as "straight-up nuts" in a text message to Littlefield as they drove to the resort.
Taya Kyle gave a eulogy, while country singer Randy Travis sang "Whisper My Name," a meaningful song for the couple. After the service, bagpipers played as military personnel carried out Kyle’s flag-draped coffin, while many in the crowd saluted. During his time on the battlefield, the foundation said Kyle was shot twice, survived multiple helicopter crashes and was involved in six IED attacks. He was awarded two Silver Stars, five Bronze Stars with Valor, two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, as well as one Navy and Marine Corps Commendation during his career.
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