AFN The Eagle Feature by Lea Ortiz
Friday, May 9, is Military Spouse Day...a day to honor those supporting America's service members. Lea Ortiz spoke on AFN The Eagle's Mid Day Show with Sue Hertling, the spouse of 1st Armored Division's Commanding General, Major General Mark Hertling, and also his support system on the home front. As the Commander of Task Force Iron, Major General Mark Hertling is currently deployed to Iraq.
On this edition of the AFN Europe Report: Hanau says goodbye to US troops stationed there. Plus...think you're a good shot? See who's the best one in Europe. Also, Incirlik Airmen strive for perfection. These stories and more on the AFN Europe Report.
12th Combat Aviation Brigade
On this episode of "Faces of Freedom", we feature Soldiers of the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, based out of Ansbach, Katterbach, and Illesheim, Germany, and currently serving in Iraq.
Story by Ken James
Another US military community in Europe is set to close its doors soon due to Army transformation. In a show of gratitude, residents are gathering to say goodbye. Ken James is there in the city of
Hanau, Germany.
Story by SSgt Tony Plyler
Nearly 2,000 people from all over Europe are gathered in Messel, Germany, where they brought a lot of guns and shot off a whole bunch of ammunition. SSgt Tony Plyler was there to find out who was the best shot in Europe.
Story by SSgt Leigh Bellinger
The bombing of Samarra's mosque in February of 2006 sparked a wave of violence around the country. More than two years later, residents are still working to rebuild their city. This time, they are doing it with the help of US forces. SSgt Leigh Bellinger reports.
Story by SPC Sal Ottaviano
Even after his death, one man's legacy of goodwill and patriotism lives on in the hearts and minds of the community he loved. SPC Sal Ottaviano reports from Bamberg, Germany.
Story by SPC Ryan Hall
Whether it's just a for a few hours or, in this case, 335 of them, volunteering your time can make a world of difference towards improving your community. SPC Ryan Hall has one young man's story from Camp Darby, Italy.