“Missions in Haiti: The Bodyguard’s Burden” is a cinematic spoken-word ballad written and performed by David Burnell, a veteran, rescue operator, and close protection specialist. Set in the aftermath of the 2010 Haiti earthquake, this narrative recounts high-risk security missions alongside volunteer doctors and nurses with the Utah Hospital Task Force. Through visceral storytelling, Burnell reflects on life-or-death decisions, cultural clashes between compassion and protection, and the deep responsibility of bringing every teammate home alive.

This ballad captures the tension, humanity, and complexity of blending combat security with humanitarian work in unstable environments. Backed by ambient orchestral music, it’s more than a memoir—it’s a tribute to those who risk everything to save others, and the unseen burdens carried by the ones sworn to protect them.

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