Sgt. Leroy Petry Day declared by governor

Sgt. Leroy Petry

Leroy Petry was born on July 29, 1979, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Today he became the second living Medal of Honor recipient from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Sgt. Petry was recognized by President Obama for his extraordinary bravery in sacrificing his own safety in order to save the lives of his fellow soldiers. After sustaining several injuries during a raid, Sgt. Petry lost a hand while throwing a live grenade back at enemy fighters, saving the lives of his fellow Army Rangers. Congressman Steve Pearce issued a statement honoring Petery as did New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez who declared today “Sgt. 1st Class Leroy A. Petry Day” across New Mexico.

Sgt. Leroy Petry Day declared by governor