|
|
|
Governor Whitmer Attends Departure Ceremony for Michigan Army National Guard Soldiers
LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer addressed 100 soldiers assigned to the Michigan Army National Guard’s (MIARNG) 3rd Battalion (General Support), 238th Aviation Regiment, (3-238th GSAB), along with their families and invited guests, at the Grand Ledge Armory as they prepare to depart for their deployment to Kosovo in support of U.S. European Command (EUCOM)
“It was an honor to join the Michigan Army National Guard’s 3-238th GSAB as they depart for their latest mission,” said Governor Whitmer. “The Michigan National Guard is known nationwide for their professionalism and dedication to protecting and serving their fellow Americans. As they once again answer the call of duty, we will continue to have their backs. Together, let’s continue to support our service members and military families and await their safe return.”
“As our Soldiers once again answer the call of duty, it is our solemn responsibility to stand firmly behind them,” said U.S. Army Major General Paul D. Rogers, adjutant general and director of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We remain committed to upholding our duty to service members and their families as we await their safe return. The unwavering strength, resilience and sacrifice demonstrated by military families during extended separations are indispensable to the success of our forces abroad. Just as they support their loved ones, so too shall we support them with unwavering commitment.”
The soldiers are joining the NATO-led Kosovo Force (KFOR) operation, which aims to maintain a safe and secure environment in the region and are anticipated to be deployed for up to a year. The unit’s last deployment was in 2020 to Kosovo in support of KFOR Operation Joint Guardian.
“It was an honor to join the Michigan Army National Guard’s 3-238th GSAB as they depart for their latest mission,” said Governor Whitmer. “The Michigan National Guard is known nationwide for their professionalism and dedication to protecting and serving their fellow Americans. As they once again answer the call of duty, we will continue to have their backs. Together, let’s continue to support our service members and military families and await their safe return.”
“As our Soldiers once again answer the call of duty, it is our solemn responsibility to stand firmly behind them,” said U.S. Army Major General Paul D. Rogers, adjutant general and director of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. “We remain committed to upholding our duty to service members and their families as we await their safe return. The unwavering strength, resilience and sacrifice demonstrated by military families during extended separations are indispensable to the success of our forces abroad. Just as they support their loved ones, so too shall we support them with unwavering commitment.”
The soldiers are joining the NATO-led Kosovo Force (KFOR) operation, which aims to maintain a safe and secure environment in the region and are anticipated to be deployed for up to a year. The unit’s last deployment was in 2020 to Kosovo in support of KFOR Operation Joint Guardian.
Are you looking for a shipping solution? Maybe you need to change freight carriers? Find out what the hard working and reliable people at Team Worldwide can do over land, sea and air