“It is not how these officers died that made them heroes, it is how they lived.” —Vivian Eney, survivor
Those words, inscribed on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C., have profoundly influenced me.
Today, we remember Vivian’s husband, Sgt. Christopher Eney: a military veteran and United States Capitol Police sergeant who gave his life in the line of duty on August 24, 1984.
His service, sacrifice, and legacy will not be forgotten. We honor fallen officers not only by remembering how they died, but by recognizing how they lived, in service to their families, colleagues, and communities.
Stay safe out there.