NEWS RELEASE: Updated times for 2nd BCT redeployment ceremonies

Public Affairs Office - Ft. Drum, New York ^ | Nov 1, 2007 | Benjamin Abel - Media Relations Officer

[SoldierDad]

FORT DRUM – Nearly 1,300 Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team have returned from their 15 month deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. However, many happy homecomings are left for the Commando Families as the remainder of the unit is scheduled to return before the end of November.

Welcome Home ceremonies for the returning Soldiers scheduled at Magrath Gym at the times listed below. All times are tentative and subject to change.

• November 1 – 2nd Brigade Special Troops Battalion; 1st Squadron, 89th Cavalry Regiment; 2nd BCT Headquarters and Headquarters Company. Ceremony – Midnight, November 1.

• November 2 – 2nd Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment and 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment. Ceremony – 12 p.m.

• November 4 - 210th Brigade Support Battalion; 2nd Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment and 2nd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment. Ceremony – 6:30 p.m.

• November 5 – 210th Brigade Support Battalion; 2nd Brigade Special Troops Battalion – Ceremony - 7 p.m.

• November 5 – 2nd Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment; 210th Brigade Support Battalion; 2nd Brigade Special Troops Battalion; 1st Squadron, 89th Cavalry Regiment and 2nd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment. Ceremony – 1:30 a.m., November 6.

• November 6 – 1st Squadron, 89th Cavalry Regiment and 2nd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment. Ceremony – 1:30 p.m.

• November 8 – 2nd Brigade Combat Team Headquarters and Headquarters Company; 2nd Brigade Special Troops Battalion; 1st Squadron, 89th Cavalry Regiment and 210th Brigade Support Battalion. Ceremony – 10:30 p.m.

• November 12 – 2nd Brigade Combat Team Headquarters and Headquarters Company. Ceremony – 1:30 p.m.

[SoldierDad]

Well, true. But, thank God for granddaughters. They stick by you no matter what;0}

[SoldierDad]

I try. I love that graphic. Thanks.

[1COUNTER-MORTER-68]

GREAT NEWS,,,!!!!!!!!!

I guess ALL of em’ went to the mall,,,

Justin ain’t called his mom back either !!!

DANG KIDS !!!...LOL...;0)

[Kathy in Alaska]

WELCOME HOME, ROBERT!!

Thanks for your service to America.

[SoldierDad]

Oh, you said it. Just frustrates the heck out of a parent.

[luvie]

Ahhh...you sound like a man who knows this! :D

[SoldierDad]

So, Jeremy, Daynnis, and Robert are all home now. My 2nd Cousin, Glenn, is the only one now in Iraq from our family. My prayers continue for him and all of our soldiers and troops, and civilian employees who continue to put their lives on the line for all of us. I continue to pray for the Iraqi people as they strive to achieve their freedom and Independence.

[Kathy in Alaska]

WELCOME HOME, JUSTIN!!

Thanks for your service to America.

[1COUNTER-MORTER-68]

LOL,,,Kids Iz Kids,,,LOL...;0)

[Kathy in Alaska]

A BELATED WELCOME HOME, DAYNISS!!

Thanks for your service to America.

[SoldierDad]

Yes, I do. My granddaughter is the greatest.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Prayers for your safety and success of mission, Glenn. Thank you for your service to our country.

[MEG33]

WELCOME HOME

*Robert*

Thank You For Serving Our Country

[SoldierDad]

Thanks Kathy. I feel so relieved now. But, much remains to be done, and we cannot rest in our support for these brave heroes.

[SoldierDad]

Thanks MEG. It feels so good to be able to breath normally again.

[MEG33]

WELCOME HOME

*Justin*

Thank You For Serving Our Country

[1COUNTER-MORTER-68]

Dis Bud's Fer Yew...;0)

[luvie]

I am sure she must be and probably idolizes her Grampa!

We’re pretty proud of ours, too!...she’s only 9 months old.

[SoldierDad]

The more things change, the more they stay the same. LOL.

[MEG33]

I am thrilled for you! It is just wonderful..Thank you Lord.