4.05.08 Governor Mourns Death of Solider from Maine

[MaineDem]

April 5, 2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Governor Mourns Death of Solider from Maine

AUGUSTA - Governor John E. Baldacci has learned of the death of a soldier with Maine ties.



Sgt. Nicholas A. Robertson of Old Town, Maine, died April 3 at the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany. He was wounded April 2 while serving in Afghanistan.



"Sgt. Robertson gave his life in the service of his country," Governor Baldacci said. "We owe him a tremendous debt. His sacrifice will be remembered."



"At this terrible time, we will keep Sgt. Robertson's family and friends in our prayers," Governor Baldacci said. "All of Maine mourns the death of another brave soldier."



Sgt. Robertson was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), Fort Bragg, N.C.



Flags will be ordered flown at half-staff on the day of Sgt. Robertson's funeral.



No additional information is available at this time.



DAMN! Another one.

[fight4my3sons]

1. How awful.

My condolences to his family.