Comments on: Colonel Cyril Richard “Rick” Rescorla (May 27, 1939 — September 11, 2001)

By: Nick

Nick — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 15:26:19 +0000

Truly magnificent what this man has done to 2500+ people. RIP.

By: Kevin

Kevin — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 10:21:47 +0000

Thank you Yahoo news for bringing this man’s life and efforts to light. I am a 23 year Naval Officer and his story is nothing short of inspiring. Ricks’ dedication to others throughout his life is a testimony to service for mankind.

By: Jerry Rosales

Jerry Rosales — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 09:17:55 +0000

“A man that mattered” and will always be known as a true hero !! Thank You Sir !

By: D.R.

D.R. — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 23:05:25 +0000

I have read a fair bit about 9-11 these last ten years and only today did I first come across the name of Rick Rescorla, about three hours ago. I have done nothing else but read about him since.
Well, I’ve cried a bit too. Not for him. For his loved ones left behind, and a little for myself, for how poorly I measure up to him.

By: Brian

Brian — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 05:19:12 +0000

Amazing. Just watched a tribute to Rick on the History Channel. What a life and what a hero!

Clearly the presence of men like this in the unit in part explain the survival of of the 2nd Battalion at Ia Drang. One has to conclude that Col. Moore must be especially proud of this soldier.

If there is a SAS or special forces in the army of God, you would expect to find a spirit like Rick’s serving there. Peace be with his family and friends.

By: John

John — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:47:00 +0000

He was an American hero, a British hero, and a hero to all the people on this planet who are on the ‘right’ side (the good side, the good people).

R.I.P. Rick

John

By: Gareth

Gareth — Mon, 05 May 2008 15:28:43 +0000

from a fellow brit,i just want to say how proud of you i am.
R.I.P

By: ronald simpson

ronald simpson — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 03:14:22 +0000

I cannot believe I had not hear this story till today. Where has my head been buried? He was an incredible man, a fine example of what ALL Americans should be. He was right though. This may make me sound callow or stupid, but, warriors like him should not die slow painful deaths.

By: Joanna

Joanna — Fri, 15 Sep 2006 11:45:24 +0000

My dad works for Morgan Stanley and he was in the WTC on 9/11. Rick Rescorla is the reason why my dad is alive today.

By: Tracy

Tracy — Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:59:05 +0000

Mr. Rescorla was both a true american hero and a prophet of the horrors of terrorism. As a member of a corporate security force, I consider him and the lost members of his security staff as fallen brothers. May god bless his courageous soul and those of all the innocent victems and their families.

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 18:43:40 +0000

Thank you for this beautiful tribute to a true American hero. Men like Rick are one in a million.

By: George

George — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 17:34:08 +0000

I’ve read several tributes to Rick Rescorla since his death. They all focus on his courage and dedication.

By: Kent

Kent — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 21:18:48 +0000

Sir,
Thank you for a stirring tribute to a true man. As long as America has friends like him we will triumph.

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By: Michele

Michele — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 16:09:39 +0000

Thank you for writing such a wonderful tribute and remembering how he lived.

Yes, he sang operetta’s in times of stress and challenge as well as in times of exciting challenges.

I sometimes encouraged his singing by starting off with “I am the very model of a modern Major-General.”

Again thanks!

By: chrys

chrys — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 09:02:21 +0000

I remember meeting you this way! AND - you’ve really made a wonderful tribute. Rick “Cyril” must have an ear to ear grin. One of the few REAL mean remaining in this world was lost that day STILL putting everyone else before himself. True passion and dedication is rare. Thanks for the honor you’ve given Cpt. Rescorla – a citizen by patriotic choice – not because of an empty wallet. Citizenship through desire and honest effort. Thank you David.

By: Dave from London

Dave from London — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 07:44:09 +0000

Like Mr Rescorla, I have served in the Intelligence Corps of the British Army and then the Metropolitan Police. He is an American hero and a British hero and an example to us all of how to live a selfless life.