Joshua Brunais, who was awarded the Purple Heart and Soldier’s Medal for his heroic efforts in the Middle East, credits soccer for saving his life. “The helicopter fell 500 feet into the snowy mountainside and immediately burst into flames. The crash broke Brunais’ neck and back in several places. Adrenaline – and urgency of the situation – allowed Brunais to extinguish the fire by matting it out with his body armor.” . Full Story on #USPNT Facebook. . #ussoccer #purpleheart #rangerregiment #usarmy #75thrangerregiment #soccer #usa #ussf