As we approach the five year anniversary of the martyrdom of one of Irans most influential and iconic figures of modern time, Lietnenant General Qassem Soleimani, we reflect on who the man was, what he stood for, and notably the result, the very product, of the sacrifices he made for his country, and the region. Leader of Irans Islamic Revolution Ayottalah Seyed Ali Khamenie has hailed General Soleimani's contributions in helping shape and re-vitalize the resistance front in west asia, in fighting terrorism, and in protecting sacred sanctities.