Operation Tribute to Freedom Seeks Community Partnerships to Honor The Military

Defense Logistics Agency Press Release ^ | Tuesday September 30, 2003 | CPT Robert Kuster

[anymouse]

As military men and women return home from fighting the global war on terrorism, citizens and communities across America are greeting them with public displays of gratitude for their service and sacrifices.

Supporting and taking note of local community celebrations and observances, including upcoming Veteran's Day events, or any event or individual act that pays tribute to the military is what Operation Tribute to Freedom is all about. The OTF initiative sprang from Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld's office in May and is intended to achieve three major goals: thanking servicemen and women, strengthening the bond between American citizens and the military, and reminding everyone that the war on terror is not over.

OTF has joint speaker teams available for event organizers wishing to include the military in their activities. The speaker teams consists of veterans from military operations supporting the Global War on Terrorism, who are willing to talk about their experiences at community events.

Community groups looking for military involvement and OTF posters for their events can get assistance by contacting the OTF task force at: www.defendamerica.mil/otf. From the home page, click on "Request Event Support" or "Download."

The Web site also offers groups or individuals an avenue for sharing what they've done, or plan to do, to honor military men and women. If you are one of the thousands of Americans who have flown a flag, attended a rally, helped organize a parade, emailed a thank you, or attended a homecoming for a member of America's military forces, you can officially become part of America's nationwide Tribute to Freedom by clicking on the "Join the Team" option.

For questions and additional information contact CPT Robert Kuster at 703-602-0909, or by email at robert.kuster@hqda.army.mil .

[anymouse]

An excellent way to show our support for our military heroes.

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Thanks for this post, anymouse.

Community projects for the troops promoted by the DoD through Operation Tribute to Freedom - read by the troops on the DoD website. If you're involved in any care package drives, rallies, events supporting the troops - you may qualify.

Previous OTF events include a small town parade in Co., planned (and pulled off) by one proud military father, and a church prayer rally for the troops in Melbourne, Fla.

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