Defense Minister Gantz paid tribute to the commander of the Nahal Brigade, the late Col. Sharon Asman, who died during PT today.
"My heart was broken over the untimely death of Nahal commander Col. Sharon Asman. Sharon led soldiers of every demographic. He was a unique infantryman, who grew up in the Nahal Brigade and advanced along the entire chain of command. I remember him well, as a battalion commander leading soldiers into the Gaza Strip in the Beit Hanoun sector, fearless and focused on the mission, showing his soldiers the heroism and inner peace that so characterized him. "
"At his change of command ceremony a week ago, Sharon said: 'With heroism, initiative and humility, we will defeat every enemy.' That is how we will remember him - brave, original, modest, and giving his all for his country. My condolences to his family."