Playing Lt. Dan in 'Forrest Gump' Changed Gary Sinise's Destiny - American Veterans Center
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bbTOjBi7nA&t=1s
Comments below the video:
"As an Army veteran, I've been told by other vets who've met Gary Sinise, that he's humble, compassionate, and listens. A lot of vets don't talk about past experiences, because we're surrounded by folks that don't have these qualities or understand what it means to serve. Mr. Sinise, you are a Patriot, an American treasure and highly appreciated!"
"In 2007, Lt Dan came by my working place at Hospital in Balad AB, Iraq. I can honestly say I didn't know who Gary Sinise until I saw his name tag the the uniform he wore which was Lt. Dan. He touched my heart just knowing that he visited all the patients in our Tent City Hospital in Balad and deeply care for each one. His eyes got watery at some point and I knew then that his actions were sincere. Thank you, Gary Sinise for recognizing our combat veterans!"
Mr. Sinise, thru his foundation, provided a home for my Wounded Warrior son, when he came home from Iraq totally blind & having lost his dominate left arm. My son was EOD & was gravely injured by a roadside bomb. For mos we were not sure if he would make it, but being the tough as nails man he is, he did, & he chose life. Today he has a lovely home where he is safe, as it is designed for someone blind to be able to live in, move around in safely, & do things for himself. God Bless Gary Sinise."