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War Eagles Deployment Newsletter
HHC, 25th CAB
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COMMANDER’S CORNER
Vol.1, Issue 3 April 2012
Inside this issue:
Photo Gallery 2-3
Birthdays 4
FRG Events 5
Speaking of morale, nothing beats taking some time off. Our first group of
Soldiers have begun heading home on the Environmental Leave Program. I’m sure
many of you…as well as our Soldiers are excited at the opportunity to return on a
mini-vacation. This time off is well deserved, and I trust that each and everyone of
you will maximize the time spent with friends and loved ones. Stay positive, you’ll
see your loved ones soon.
As for the War Eagles down range, the Soldiers from HHC, 25th CAB and the
Brigade as a whole were given the opportunity that not many Americans have a
chance to experience. COL(R) Bruce Crandall made a special visit to Afghanistan
and stopped into Kandahar to visit and speak with our Soldiers. COL(R ) Crandall
is a Medal of Honor winner from the Vietnam War, and as an Army Aviator he is
among a very small fraternity of Soldiers who’ve been awarded this honor. A
living legend and founding father of airmobile techniques, his stories were
inspiring and equally colorful and like most interactions with old Soldiers, his
words reflected the similarities that seem to occur amongst Soldiers no matter
which era they serve.
I’d like to issue a special thanks to the FRG. They’ve provided yet another great
event for our family members. The Spring Eggstravaganza and pot luck social was
well received, and from what I’ve heard there was plenty of sugar to go around.
Face painting, balloon animals and cup cake design stations keep the kids busy
prior to the unveiling of the slip and slide. The Easter Bunny made an appearance,
and stayed to help with pictures and the ceremonial egg hunt. You all do a
fantastic job and we can’t thank you enough.
Until next month Aloha and Mahalo for your support.
CPT Aaron Matthews
“War Eagle 6”
CPT Aaron Matthews
War Eagle Families,
April is already here. Our deployment is moving right along,
and the War Eagles are maintaining that winning spirit. We’ve
had some encouraging promotions and re-enlistments since
the last news letter. Congratulations to MAJ Amamoo, SFC
Harding, SSG Combass, SGT Sims and SPC Bradshaw on their
promotions. SGT Briggs, CPL Alik, SPC Hecker, SPC Jordan
and SPC Miles for their reenlistments. Morale amongst our
team is bolstered by the open lines of communication between
home and family.
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CPT Kelly embracing his Irish heritage
War Eagles enjoying the BBQ sponsored by our Unit Ministry Team
COL(R) Crandall spending some time with members of HHC, 25th CAB
SSG Creaser and members from the S6 shop displaying their ‘Flat
Stanley’ characters in support of Mrs Ali Bennet’s 2nd Grade Class
from Blue Ridge Elementary School in Augusta, GA
SPC Denman and BDE members
participated with Afghan medics
during a partnered training event
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Just a small sample of the pictures taken during the event. I’d like to express my
gratitude again to the FRG crew who made this gathering a successful event. Your
tireless efforts continue to benefit the Soldiers and family members of this
company…bottom line; you’re awesome. Remember to check out our Facebook
page (HHC 25th CAB)
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War Eagle Birthdays!!
April
MAJ Amamoo 2 April
CPT Briggs 3 April
SPC Garcia 7 April
SGT Larry 16 April
MAJ Vanyo 17 April
MAJ Walker 17 April
SGM Graves 20 April
SSG Medina 23 April
SGT Salas 23 April
SGT Williams 22 April
SGT Marino 29 April
SFC Tupea 30 April
Congratulations to our War Eagles who were recognized during their recent
promotion and re-enlistment ceremonies.
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UPCOMING FRG EVENTS:
APRIL:
Walk to Afghanistan and Back (every Wednesday) 8:30 AM at the
Watts Field Walking Track, Schofield Barracks
13 April: HHC Bowling Night at the Schofield Barracks Bowling Alley;
Friday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm
21 April: Spouse’s Night Out at Bucca di Beppo; Saturday at 6:30 pm,
Ward Center 1030 Auahi Street, Honolulu HI
POC: Kimberly Matthews, HHC, 25th CAB FRG Leader
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Alicia Robles, HHC 25th CAB FRG Co-Leader
Email: [email protected]
Emily Harrison, 25th CAB FRSA
Work: 808-656-3227, Email: [email protected]
ONGOING COMPANY EVENTS:
ALL YEAR LONG:
The HHC, 25th CAB Maui / Kona Vacation Opportunity Raffle
POC:SFC Ronald Harding, HHC, 25th CAB Rear Detachment NCOIC
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Work: 808-656-3118
SPC(P) Danilo Phillips, HHC 25th CAB Training Room NCO
Email: [email protected]
DSN: 318-421-7125
