Memorial Day and remembering those who sacrificed so much.

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 16 May 2014 12:06:45 -0400

As Memorial Day approaches and we will all honor people in our own way. I wanted to share this story with you all. I served in the same battalion as SGT Avilla in Iraq. It was a rough deoyment for all of us Blue Spaders but obviously worse for some. He is a true American hero.

http://www.wfaa.com/good-morning-texas/Battle-injuries-bring-out--259245591.html

Response by MAJ Steve Sheridan made May 16 at 2014 1:11 PM

MAJ Steve Sheridan — Fri, 16 May 2014 13:11:24 -0400

Thanks for sharing and thanks for your service!

Response by COL Ken LaPlante made May 26 at 2015 2:45 PM

COL Ken LaPlante — Tue, 26 May 2015 14:45:31 -0400

I recommend Gen John Kelly's remarks of yesterday: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B_RsYpc79HdDTHV4SzZDNGs0dHM/edit