In this heartfelt episode of Unlocked, Savannah Chrisley sits down with Kelly Barnett, the mother of Staff Sergeant Darren "Taylor" Hoover, one of the 13 fallen soldiers from the Afghanistan withdrawal at the Kabul Airport on August 26, 2021. Kelly shares her emotional journey of raising Taylor, his passion for the Marine Corps, and the profound impact of his loss on her life and the lives of others.As they discuss Taylor's experiences in the military, the challenges he faced during multiple deployments, and the heartbreaking circumstances surrounding his death, Kelly provides insight into the political landscape that influenced the events of that tragic day. She emphasizes the importance of accountability and the need for proper mental health support for veterans.Kelly also talks about the foundation she started in Taylor's honor, which focuses on providing scholarships and service dogs to veterans, ensuring that Taylor's legacy continues to make a difference in the lives of those who served.Join us for this powerful conversation that honors the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women and sheds light on the ongoing struggles they face.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes!Thank you to our sponsors for supporting our show!- PROGRESSIVE: Join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. Visit us at https://www.progressive.com! Thank you to Progressive for sponsoring the show! (Restrictions apply. Not available in all states and situations.)Support the Staff Sergeant Darren Taylor Hoover Memorial Foundation:Website: https://www.taylorhoovermemorial.org/donateInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ssgt_taylorhoovermemorialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SSGTDarinTaylorHooverMemorial/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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