Last known continuously serving draftee retires after 42 years of service

CPT Laurie H. — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 09:41:26 -0400

Do you think there are others we don't know about?

CW5 Ralph Rigby just retired after 42 years of service after being drafted 1972 at the age of 19. Having joked about moving to Canada when he was drafted, his is an inspiring story of selfless service. He also appears to have quite the sense of humor about it all. I think we can all learn a lot from Mr. Rigby: http://www.army.mil/article/137112/

Last continuously serving draftee retires after 42 years of service

As the cold wind blows on a crisp and calm morning in South Korea, a voice echoes, Get Ready! Get Set! Begin!

Response by CPT Zachary Brooks made Oct 31 at 2014 9:41 AM

CPT Zachary Brooks — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 09:41:53 -0400

I hope they celebrate him properly! Good for him!

Response by SSG Robert Burns made Oct 31 at 2014 10:00 AM

SSG Robert Burns — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 10:00:45 -0400

Hey I know that guy! Yes I know I need a haircut but I was "special" at the time.

Response by 1SG Nick Baker made Nov 26 at 2014 12:57 PM

1SG Nick Baker — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 12:57:05 -0500

The Viet Nam vets made us a great Military.

Response by PFC Zanie Young made Nov 26 at 2014 1:07 PM

PFC Zanie Young — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 13:07:56 -0500

A big Hooah goes out to Chief Rigby for a job well done!

Response by LCDR Steve Didio made Feb 25 at 2015 12:37 PM

LCDR Steve Didio — Wed, 25 Feb 2015 12:37:08 -0500

A career and a Soldier definitely worth saluting! Well done Chief!