Air Force Maj. Troy Gilbert was a hero who died when his F-16 crashed protecting U.S. troops in Iraq. But to the 9-year-old son he left behind, he was Dad.
Boston Gilbert
Boston Gilbert is the eldest son of Maj. Troy “Trojan” Gilbert, who was killed in action near Taji, Iraq, in November 2006 while providing close air support to a Delta Force unit. Boston Gilbert is happily married to his wife, Eliana, and works for the military nonprofit No Greater Sacrifice. He is a 2023 War Horse fellow.
