Inspiring Future Leaders: My Experience with Military Heroes
Join me as I share my experience with the military and the inspiring "Down-range" programs. I had the privilege of meeting Staff Sgt. Betancourt, who emphasizes the importance of academies in producing future leaders and soldiers. I learned about military traditions like "coins" and the significance of camaraderie with phrases like “Ooh-rah!” During my visit, I expressed gratitude to soldiers for their service and discussed what they appreciate receiving from home. Discover how the USO in DFW airport connects us by mailing letters and sending care packages to those serving “downrange”.
Inspiring Future Leaders: My Experience with Military Heroes
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Hicks Heroes Presented by: Montgomery Johnson
Always like the military • Want to attend an academy • Graduates become leaders/soldiers
Met Staff Sgt. Betancourt • “Down-range” programs • Learned about “coins”
“Ooh-rah!” Army strong! • Asked what soldiers liked to get • Some things can’t be sent
Thanked them for their service • Told them about me & family • Wished them well & safety
USO is in DFW airport • They mail letters “downrange” • You can send things too!