The funeral of Staff Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, a U.S. Army soldier killed in an attack in Jordan, was held in New York, where her casket was carried by NYPD officers. Rampersad, originally from Trinidad, moved to the U.S. at age two and was determined to serve her adopted country. Her death brought the distant conflict between the U.S. and Iran closer to her diverse community in Ozone Park, Queens. At a vigil, neighbors from various backgrounds gathered to honor her, highlighting her commitment to America. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards praised her dedication to the ideals of the country. Rampersad’s family and community remembered her as someone who was willing to sacrifice for the U.S., despite not being born there.
QUESTION: How might the story of Angel S. Rampersad inspire young people to think about their own contributions to their communities and countries?
Staff Sgt. Rampersad, 28, who always knew she wanted to serve, is laid to rest
