Chapter 5 - The Secret Meaning Behind The Combat Challenge Coin
General Sterling reached into his pocket and pulled out a heavy, matte-black metallic challenge coin.
He held it up so the golden presidential seal caught the harsh overhead light of the chandelier.
“Earlier today, your father asked you if you still carried your challenge coin, didn't he?” the General asked me.
“Yes, Sir,” I replied, my voice steady and unwavering in the quiet hall.
“He knew damn well what that coin represented because he knew whose hands forged it in the Pentagon,” Sterling said.
He turned back to face the stunned crowd, holding the coin high for all to see.
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“This coin was personally awarded to Lieutenant Colonel Parker by the Commander-in-Chief himself,” General Sterling announced proudly.
William staggered backward a half-step, clutching the edge of the birthday cake table for physical support.
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