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Heroic Action by Army Staff Sgt. Zachary Graham in Washington D.C.

A member of the South Carolina National Guard, assigned to the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force, Joint Task Force District of Columbia, recently demonstrated courage and quick thinking in a life-saving incident.

In a remarkable act of bravery, Army Staff Sgt. Zachary Graham helped a man who had been struck by a train and thrown across a Washington Metro station platform.

“It was an instinctual reaction,” said Sgt. Graham about his actions that day.

The Incident

The incident occurred at a busy Washington Metro station, where the man was thrown across the platform after being hit by a train.

Graham’s Actions

Without hesitation, Sgt. Graham sprang into action, moving quickly to assist the injured individual and ensuring his safety.

A Partnership with Local Authorities

Sgt. Graham’s actions are a testament to the strong partnership between the National Guard and local authorities in serving and protecting communities.