In Memory of Paul Pena

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Captain Paul Pena, SMA Class of 2000, gave the ultimate sacrifice when he was killed in action in Afghanistan Tuesday, Jan. 19.

Paul attended the Academy for six years, participated in many activities and graduated with highest honors. After graduating from SMA, Paul entered the United States Military Academy at West Point, graduating in 2004. Following graduation from West Point, Paul was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the Infantry, U.S. Army. He had attained the rank of Captain and was serving in the 82nd Airborne Division at the time of his death. He had previously served a tour in Iraq in 2006-2007 and was deployed to Afghanistan in 2009.

A tree on the Academy campus was dedicated to the memory of CPT Paul W. Pena May 1. The tree is located in the center of the main parking lot, in front of the school library. The plaque was donated by the Canyon Lake Area Blue Star Mothers.

Below are links to news reports on Paul and his legacy.

Fort Sam Houston Service:
* www.USFallen.Org

Memorial Service:
* Anders Photo Slideshow
* KVUE
* Fox 7 News, Austin
* KUT Radio
* Austin American-Statesman
* SanMarcosMercury.Com

Cpt. Pena's Arrival Tuesday:
* KVUE
* KXAN
* WOAI
* SanMarcosRecord.Com - The Combat Infantryman
* Newstreamz.Com
* YouTube

Jan. 20-21 Reports:
* Commissioners honor fallen San Marcos soldier
* Austin American Statesman
* FayObserver.Com
* KVUE, Austin
* KXAN, Austin
* News 8 Austin
* Fox 7 News, Austin


Related Links:
* Paul Pena Obituary
* West Point Website: Eulogy Book