1LT Daniel Hyde was killed in action in Operation Iraqi Freedom on March 7, 2009 in Samarra, Iraq.
Daniel exemplified leadership, commitment, and service to all who knew him. He was a leader at every phase of his life - from high school student body president, to commanding the 4th Regiment at West Point, to his Infantry and Ranger School training, and as a platoon leader in the 25th Infantry Division.
Daniel is remembered for advice he once offered other students, which perfectly summarizes his attitude of excellence in everything: “Do not accept mediocrity in any aspect of your life.”
