TEMECULA – Wounded Warriors Family Support awarded Josue Barron of Temecula and Ryan Major of New Orleans with $30,000 Mobility is Freedom vehicle grants. Barron purchased a 2022 Ford Bronco, while Major obtained a GMC Sierra.Barron was on an October 2010 morning foot patrol when his engineer stepped on an improvised explosive device as they returned to base. As a result, the U.S. Navy members were left with amputations. Barron received the Purple Heart and a Combat Action Ribbon.Barron said he is driven by his background and disability, which has made him stronger and shown him that anything is possible. He likes to lift weights and travel in California with his family. Barron also is interested in hand cycling and aspires to make the U.S. Paralympic Team.During November 200
