JIMMY BREEDLOVE

“The military has become a part of my life,” says Breedlove. Even though this stint will be his first combat experience, he feels the 278th is well trained and ready to face whatever comes their way. He said his previous experience included serving as both a cook and a scout, but states that upon deployment, they will all serve as infantrymen.

“It’s an honor to go over there. We need it,” says Breedlove. “We all realize it will be rough, leaving family and home, but it is necessary. I have complete confidence in the 278.”

He feels it will be a new experience for the soldiers, not knowing just exactly what to expect. Breedlove feels the situation in Iraq is different than any previous war.

Breedlove is ready to retire from the military. He feels after giving over 22 years of his life, and considering his age, it’s perhaps time to turn it over to the younger men and women. His wife, Shirley, and sons, Eugene and Brady, patiently await his safe return.

He appreciates all the cards, letters and care packages he and the other troop members have received while in Mississippi. He asks everyone to pray for them and for their safe return. His philosophy is a simple one, “Just take one day at a time.”