Thursday, January 17, 2008

Hundreds of Area Soldiers to Deploy to Afghanistan


Thanks to Jenn for the tip. Read the entire story here.


North Syracuse (WSYR-TV)- Thousands of families statewide squeezed in last minute hugs and kisses before their loved ones said goodbye, heading overseas for military duty.

Ceremonies were held across the state Wednesday for the largest single call up for the New York National Guard since World War II. Close to 1,800 soldiers are deploying for duty in Afghanistan....

A third of the troops leaving have already served time in Iraq. Timothy Timothy Bishop and his wife Shannon are newlyweds - married for six months. They were dating when Tim served in Iraq; he says he didn't think they would be heading back again this soon. “I thought we'd have more time.”

Jim and Colleen Meltz have had to put their lives on hold twice. “I hope someday that our children can live in peace and don't have to live with threat of terrorism,” said 1st Sgt. James Meltz, who is serving his third tour.

Let's never forget the service these men and women provide.

My brother returned to Iraq after 18 days with his wife and kids in Kansas. He'll return home in April. This is an enormous sacrifice!

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