Senior Army leaders praised the quick actions of several soldiers at the Fort Stewart base in Georgia who subdued an active shooter on Wednesday, possibly saving lives.

“One of the most important things we were able to do this morning, though, is recognize the heroism of these six soldiers,” Army Secretary Dan Driscoll said from the base Thursday morning.

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