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**Remembering Extortion 17** Today, Onyx Industries honors the memory of the brave souls aboard Extortion 17, the call sign for the CH-47 Chinook helicopter tragically shot down in Afghanistan on August 6, 2011. This devastating event claimed the lives of 30 American service members and 1 military working dog. Among the fallen were: - 17 Navy SEALs - 5 Naval Special Warfare support personnel - 3 Air Force Special Operations personnel - 5 Army National Guard and Reserve aircrew members - 7 Afghan commandos Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice remain etched in our hearts and minds. These warriors stood tall in the face of danger, embodying the values of service and sacrifice that define our armed forces and inspire our mission at Onyx Company. As a team composed of veterans and individuals deeply committed to supporting our military community, we are reminded daily of the importance of honoring their legacy. The memory of those we lost continues to inspire us to live our lives with purpose, integrity, and dedication. To the families and loved ones of the fallen, we stand with you in remembrance and gratitude. Your strength and resilience are a testament to the incredible spirit of our military community. Let us never forget the heroes of Extortion 17. May their sacrifice guide us and remind us of the true cost of freedom. #RememberExtortion17 #NeverForget #HonorTheFallen #Veteran #MilitaryFamily ---

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Joseph Cassar

Quality System Manager | Lean 6 Sigma Black belt | MBT (UNSW)

1mo

May the souls of these young men rest in peace. Lest we forget.

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Patrick O'Flaherty

President/Owner, Triple Threat Consulting, LLC

1mo

One of the guys from my LRS unit was on another follow on chopper sent in to recover and support tge troops that were on Extortion 17.

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MICHAEL JORDAN

Australian Offshore Subsea professional / Trenching / Ploughing / ROV / Diving / CFE / Windfarms / Cable lay / Decommissionings / CSR / m tech / Hardface / TIG Alum welder / now back offshore with Deepocean Mexico.

1mo

RIP guys, never forgotten and always loved. Also Including our man's best friend.

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Anthony Phillips

Available Now to start a new role so please don't hesitate to contact me. HM Coastguard Rescue Officer SAR-Water Rescue -Mental Health - MHFA ) 🧜♂️ SSFA) Mental Health Champion 🙏

1mo

Rest in peace all Hero's.

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Esse Asker

Home Furnishings Sales and Marketing Rep.

1mo

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May fair winds continue as you RIP, cheers brothers.

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John Marchiano

President at Marchiano Homes

4w

Never forget!! All are American heroes. Thank you!

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Phil Bail, CPCM, Fellow

CPSR Pre-Audit , FAR, Small Business Program and Claims Expert

1mo

Some of our best

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Martin Shaw

President at Wounded Heroes Australia

1mo

🙏🙏

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