Dear Family Members of the Charlie Company FRG group,
I am Thomas G. Pledger, the new Company Commander for Charlie Company. Your Soldiers are doing outstanding work here in Afghanistan. During my short time here they have begun working side by side with the Afghans and have opened a completely New Entry Control Point providing better security for Shindand Airbase.
All of your loved ones have begun the process of getting our equipment and work areas ready to hand over to our replacements that will be arriving in theater soon.
We are currently scheduled to de-mobilization at Camp Shelby, date to be determined, approximately May. This will be an extremely busy time and unfortunately, family time will be non-existent. The first time your Soldiers will be available for reunions, will be upon return to the unit armories. Please do not drive to Camp Shelby. Our goal at Camp Shelby is to De-Mobilize as fast as possible, so that the family reunions will be expedited.
Once again, I reiterate, please do not drive to Camp Shelby upon our return, your Soldiers will be unavailable to be seen as we will be trying to get De-Mobilized as quickly as possible.
If you have any concerns please feel free to email me at thomas.pledger@us.army.mil.
Vr
Thomas G. Pledger
CPT, IN
Commanding
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012
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Friday, December 7, 2012
Letter of Appreciation from the Regional Commander
Today at Shindand Air Base, Deputy Commander of Regional Command-West Colonel Mark A. Bertolini presented a Letter of Appreciation from the Regional Commander, Brigadier General Luigi Chapperini (Italian Army), for the outstanding support t...
hat the Task Force has provided to the Regional Command-West overall.
The certificate reads as:
International Security Assistance Force
Regional Command West
Headquarters
Letter of Appreciation
Presented to
Task Force Bowie
In recognition of outstanding support of Regional Command-West, Italian Task Force North retrograde operations from 01 September 2012 to 05 September 2012. Task Force Bowie is presented with this Letter of Appreciation in support of Operation Enduring Freedom while serving in Regional Command-West Afghanistan. Task Force Bowie's efforts greatly contributed to the safety and security of coalition forces and the Afghan people. As a representative of the International Security Assistance Forces in Regional Command-West , you are to be congratulated for your efforts.
I can proudly state that Task Force Bowie has performed an outstanding job with total dedication to the ISAF mission and is a great credit to your Country, the United States Army and the Texas Army National Guard.
signed
Luigi CHAPPERINI
Brigadier General, ITA Army
Commander RC-W
The certificate reads as:
International Security Assistance Force
Regional Command West
Headquarters
Letter of Appreciation
Presented to
Task Force Bowie
In recognition of outstanding support of Regional Command-West, Italian Task Force North retrograde operations from 01 September 2012 to 05 September 2012. Task Force Bowie is presented with this Letter of Appreciation in support of Operation Enduring Freedom while serving in Regional Command-West Afghanistan. Task Force Bowie's efforts greatly contributed to the safety and security of coalition forces and the Afghan people. As a representative of the International Security Assistance Forces in Regional Command-West , you are to be congratulated for your efforts.
I can proudly state that Task Force Bowie has performed an outstanding job with total dedication to the ISAF mission and is a great credit to your Country, the United States Army and the Texas Army National Guard.
signed
Luigi CHAPPERINI
Brigadier General, ITA Army
Commander RC-W
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Monday, December 3, 2012
Amazing event for Female Veterans, Military Spouses, Mothers Daughters, Sisters! Register TODAY
F7 Group Teams Up with Challenge America!
F7 Group Teams Up with Challenge America!
CALLING ALL SPOUSES, SISTERS, DAUGHTERS, MOTHERS...
THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU...
ARE YOU A WOMAN WHO SERVES/ HAS SERVED IN THE MILITARY?
Active Duty, National Guard, Reserves- Past or Present…
ARE YOU THE FAMILY MEMBER OF A VETERAN OR MILITARY SERVICE MEMBER ?
Spouse, Mother, Sister, Daughter…
JANUARY 18, 2013 IS ALL ABOUT YOU!!!
F7 Group and Challenge America have teamed up to bring the single greatest ONE DAY EVENT for women who serve and sacrifice for our country to North Texas.
JANUARY 19, 2013 IS ABOUT THE WHOLE FAMILY!!!
Challenge America Military Opportunities (CAMO) welcomes all Dallas-area veterans and their families to the inaugural CAMO Family Fitness Day, Saturday, January 19, 2013, on the field of iconic Cowboys Stadium. CAMO Family Fitness Day, focusing on comprehensive soldier and family fitness, brings a day of fun with Dallas-based sports professionals and free resources and seminars led by veteran and family support organizations. The day will end with a good old-fashioned picnic-style, star-studded evening concert on the field, hosted by Honorary CAMO Co-Founders Vince Gill and Amy Grant and friends.
Friday, 18 January 2013 – Location TBD
■10:30am – 4:30pm Symposium for Women of the Military and Veteran Family presented by F7 Group (pre-registration required)
■5-7pm Sponsored Celebratory Reception
Saturday, 19 January 2013 – CAMO Family Fitness Day – Cowboys Stadium
■8am – 3pm Dr. Oz’s “15-minute Physicals” (pre-registration required)
■11am – 4pm Symposium for Military, Veterans, and Family Members; Veteran-Serving Organizations, and Veteran-Hiring Businesses (by invitation only)
■3-7pm Resource Fair: Tables and Exhibits from Veteran-Serving Organizations and Event Sponsors (open to concert attendees, concert ticket required for entry)
■4-7pm Family Fun Time: Punt, Pass & Kick; Hoops Station; Puck Shoot; Batting, and Goal Kicks with Professional Athletes plus Family-Style Picnic (open to concert attendees, concert ticket required for entry)
■7:30-9:30p Concert Event hosted by Vince Gill and Amy Grant for Military, Veterans, and Family Members, and Veteran-Serving Organizations
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Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Submit your Nomination for MILITARY SPOUSE OF THE YEAR, 2013!
Nominations Closing Soon!
Be sure to nominate a deserving Military Spouse, for the
Military Spouse of the Year, 2013.
This is the time to honor the women that Stand Beside the Uniform!
Be sure to nominate a deserving Military Spouse, for the
Military Spouse of the Year, 2013.
This is the time to honor the women that Stand Beside the Uniform!
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me - Tessa
tessa.smith07@yahoo.com
_____________________________________________
Military Spouse magazine founded the Military Spouse of the Year® (MSOY) award in 2008 to honor military spouses of all ranks and from all branches of service. More than a million military spouses support and maintain the home front while our service members defend this great nation. The Military Spouse of the Year® award recognizes military spouses' important contributions and unwavering commitment to the military community and our country.
The Military Spouse of the Year® award solicits nominations from the military community as well as all Americans in the late fall. Three distinct phases of voting follow, culminating in the announcement of the Military Spouse of the Year® at an annual awards luncheon in our nation's capital in early May. The event attracts Congressional members, senior military and Department of Defense leadership.
•In 2008, Military Spouse pioneered the concept of empowering the community by enabling military spouses to recognize leaders within their ranks.
•In 2008, the inaugural Military Spouse of the Year® awards luncheon.
•In 2009, Military Spouse magazine added a Spouse of the Year (SOY) for each branch of service.
•In 2012, Military Spouse introduces a MSOY Alumni Luncheon to foster greater camaraderie among current and former branch and military SOYs.
•For 2013, Military Spouse magazine added an installation level to the award, ensuring that each and every base, district (Coast Guard), and state (National Guard) has a representative. Military Spouse magazine's vision isto enhance communication and strengthen connections amongst military spouses at the local level
Military Spouse magazine encourages all Americans to consider nominating their friends, relatives, neighbors or colleagues for this prestigious honor.
You're Invited: Homefront for the Holidays Luncheon
Homefront for the Holidays Luncheon
Saturday, December 1, 2012
12:00 noon – 2:00 pm
Prince of Peace Christian School
4000 Midway Rd.
Carrollton, TX 75007
The luncheon will provide laughter, tears, sharing and friendship.
The luncheon is sponsored by the National Charity League N. Dallas Chapter and
Operation Homefront of Texas
Registration is required for the luncheon. To register, please send an email to:
texas@operationhomefront.net
Include the following information:
Name
Address
City, State, Zip
Email Address
Phone Number with Area Code
Rank of military service member
Branch of Military
Registration is limited to 75 participants. Registered guests will receive a confirmation email for the event.
National Charity League is a mother/daughter philanthropic organization committed to community service, leadership development and cultural experiences. Through the mother-daughter relationship, National Charity League develops strong women leaders serving and impacting communities today and for generations to come.
We are honored to host this event for the women who serve our Country and support our military service members.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving from Task Force Bowie!
As the Soldiers of Task Force Bowie prepare for another day at Shindand Air Base, Afghanistan...
Back home their families prepare for a day of thanks and fellowship with family and friends this Thanksgiving. The leadership of Task Force Bowie wants to say Thank You for the many sacrifices you are making as your love ones are conducting their duties in Afghanistan.
With your support, your Soldiers are staying focus on the mission at hand and providing a safe and secure environment for our Coalition Forces, other US Forces and the people of Shindand.
Task Force Bowie is thankful for the many supporters from the Fort Worth area and family members who have been providing our Soldiers the never endless care packages and letters that has been a major uplifting factor in our mission.
Happy Thanksgiving from the Soldiers of Task Force Bowie!
Fourth Texas – Fix Bayonets!
John A. Sturgill
Major, Infantry
David Snowden
Command Sergeant Major
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Free Thanksgiving Dinner... All Welcome!
The owner of Duffy's Diner will be hosting a
FREE Thanksgiving Meal on Thursday, November 22, 2013 from 11-until close.
Please feel free to pass this along to ANY SM or FM that is in need of a meal
(they do NOT have to be in the military to receive a free Thanksgiving meal).
Duffy's is located at.... 3700 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76015
Please feel free to pass this along to ANY SM or FM that is in need of a meal
(they do NOT have to be in the military to receive a free Thanksgiving meal).
Duffy's is located at.... 3700 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76015
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