U.S. Army Freedom Team Salute - Certificate of Appreciation
This entry was posted on January 13, 2009 11:18 AM and is filed under the troops.
I have to tell you, I was thrilled to open up a folder I received today from the U. S. Army. It appears I have been honored with a Certificate of Appreciation signed by General George W. Casey Jr, Chief of Staff and Pete Geren, the Secretary of the Army.
A letter that was attached to the certificate reads ...
Dear Joe Cantafio:
You have been submitted for a U. S. Army Freedom Team Salute Commendation by SP4 Robert Kolling, for your contributions to our Army community.
America has always called upon the Army to do the hard jobs, and Soldiers answer the call to duty. Our is a free Nation - the standard-bearer of freedom for millions of less fortunate people- because our freedoms are guaranteed by great Soldiers and the families and communities by their side.
Ours is an Army of tradition. Our greatest tradition is selfless service to our Country, and in that service we ask our Soldiers to carry out the tough missions that take them away from home, community and family. Today, Soldiers answer the call to maintain our commitments to freedom, to our way of life and to the American family. The Global War on Terrorism is one that touches us all - and one that we must win.
As Soldiers serve, the support of families and communities sustains them so they can do what must be done to protect our freedoms. Our Nation would not have the service of Soldiers without your support and patriotism. As an Army Supporter, you make a difference to our Soldiers and to our Country.
Please accept this Commendation to the U. S. Army Freedom Team and the enclosed Army lapel pin. The pin symbolizes the partnership between our Army, its Soldiers, their families and our communities - a partnership as old as the Nation itself. We hope that you will wear this pin with pride; as a statement of our shared commitment to support America's Soldiers.
Sincerely,
George W. Casey, Jr. Pete Geren
General, United States Army Secretary of the Army
Chief of Staff
I am honored beyond words, I will wear the pin, and I promise that this new year, with my new found energy my commitment to serving our Troops will go beyond even my expectations. There are some great announcements about to be made from this office.
To Bob Kolling; my friend and hero, thank you from the bottom of my (healing) heart. lol The certificate will be framed and hung in a place of honor, thanks to you my brother.
HOOAH!
A letter that was attached to the certificate reads ...
Dear Joe Cantafio:
You have been submitted for a U. S. Army Freedom Team Salute Commendation by SP4 Robert Kolling, for your contributions to our Army community.
America has always called upon the Army to do the hard jobs, and Soldiers answer the call to duty. Our is a free Nation - the standard-bearer of freedom for millions of less fortunate people- because our freedoms are guaranteed by great Soldiers and the families and communities by their side.
Ours is an Army of tradition. Our greatest tradition is selfless service to our Country, and in that service we ask our Soldiers to carry out the tough missions that take them away from home, community and family. Today, Soldiers answer the call to maintain our commitments to freedom, to our way of life and to the American family. The Global War on Terrorism is one that touches us all - and one that we must win.
As Soldiers serve, the support of families and communities sustains them so they can do what must be done to protect our freedoms. Our Nation would not have the service of Soldiers without your support and patriotism. As an Army Supporter, you make a difference to our Soldiers and to our Country.
Please accept this Commendation to the U. S. Army Freedom Team and the enclosed Army lapel pin. The pin symbolizes the partnership between our Army, its Soldiers, their families and our communities - a partnership as old as the Nation itself. We hope that you will wear this pin with pride; as a statement of our shared commitment to support America's Soldiers.
Sincerely,
George W. Casey, Jr. Pete Geren
General, United States Army Secretary of the Army
Chief of Staff
I am honored beyond words, I will wear the pin, and I promise that this new year, with my new found energy my commitment to serving our Troops will go beyond even my expectations. There are some great announcements about to be made from this office.
To Bob Kolling; my friend and hero, thank you from the bottom of my (healing) heart. lol The certificate will be framed and hung in a place of honor, thanks to you my brother.
HOOAH!
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January 13, 2009 12:50 PM
Joanne McDonough wrote:
Joe,
Congratulations -- well deserved. Take care of yourself so that you can continue this work.
Joanne
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January 13, 2009 2:44 PM
Sue wrote:
Congratulations on the certificate Joe. Good to see you are blogging again too!
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January 17, 2009 12:47 AM
Dave Wentz wrote:
It was so good to hear your voice the other day on the phone Joe. I am glad to know that you are back in the saddle again sending out such great heartfelt messages. I know you didn't want to tell the world what you were going through but those of us who knew have been praying for your speedy recovery. It sounds like our prayers have been answered.
Congratulations on your new lapel pin and the honor of what it signifies. It is very well deserved and Bob was probably very glad that you are still here with us to receive that letter. We both will have some really great things to announce very soon on your blog.
It is great to know that we have many things to look forward to and be thankful for this year, not the least of which are our families, our health, and our friends. You are an inspiration to us all George Bailey. Yes you have had, and will continue to have, . . . a wonderful life.
Your brother,
Dave Wentz
p.s. I need to go take a couple of aspirin and hit the hay.
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February 3, 2009 7:34 PM
Michael Kanzia wrote:
NICE job Joe. CONGRATULATIONS on a job well done and deserved. You blow me away with all the things you do. Keep it up, but remember to take care of yourself too. Your Friend Mike
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