I read the [other] Stars & Stripes article. I simply say this:

The men of that unit deserve the highest honors; those that died, did so at their posts and many died fighting. They fought for each other and trusted each other to the end.

I can think of no higher compliment for any fighting unit. See what free men can do. Here’s the other link:

http://www.stripes.com/article.asp?section=104&article=63479&archive=true

All honors to the fallen, all honors to the brave.