Gene Wood is a proud veteran who served as an advisor to the Army and the National Guard in the southeast part of the United States. His experience includes helicopter mechanics, a leadership role as Crew Chief, as well as advisor to the Technical Assistance and Fielding Team (TAFT) between the Saudi Arabian and United […]
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“If there’s one thing that’s held true my entire life, it’s that I wanted to stand up for my country. Afghanistan is where I was given the opportunity to do just that,” says 28-year-old Ian Parkinson. He was inspired by his family’s long history of military service: father and uncles, Vietnam-era veterans; grandfathers, World War
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Whether it’s equality, suicide prevention, community engagement or bravery, when it comes to veterans, Abby Malchow is there. She is a proud Iraq war veteran who deployed to Fallujah and Ramadi in 2006 with Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 40, where she led an all-male crew that included three Iraqis. Post-deployment, the Navy Logistics Specialist joined
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Pictured above: The 2017 Essay Contest Winners – Ethan Brown of Seton Catholic Prep, Ruby Price of Shadow Ridge High School and Craig Ziegler of Sunrise Mountain High School – were escorted in the 2017 Phoenix Veterans Day Parade by the Hall of Flame Firefighters. PHOENIX – High school students in Maricopa County can test
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PHOENIX, AZ – Honoring Arizona’s Veterans (HAV) announced today they are once again hosting the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade Veterans Grand Marshal Competition. Who: Veterans Grand Marshal Competition. What: Seven Veterans will be selected to represent each era of service in the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade and surrounding activities. When: Competition runs June 1-30, 2018
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Honoring Arizona’s Veterans and the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade are so grateful for all our sponsors – without which the Parade would never happen! The team at one of our new sponsors this year, Bank of America, took the time to write about what it means to be involved: Bank of America Elevates Veteran
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Who: Loretta Swit, TV Star, Big-Screen Star, Broadway Star What: To serve as Celebrity Grand Marshal in Phoenix Veterans Day Parade When: Wed. November 8, 2017 OVER THE PHONE, will book as many as we can depending on her schedule (numerous photos of her on the web) AND Saturday, November 11th between 10 a.m.to 10:45
What: Phoenix Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshals, including Veterans from World War II to present day, share their stories of service to our country When: 5 p.m. Media Availability; 5:30 p.m. Public; Wed. Oct. 4, 2017 Where: KTAR Classroom, 7740 N. 16th Street, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85020 Honoring Arizona’s Veterans (HAV) is hosting a
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Parade Celebrates 21 Years with Theme “Silent Sacrifice” Glowing with tributes to our nation’s true heroes, our veterans, the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade will once again be presented by Honoring Arizona’s Veterans (HAV). Time: LIVE Shots available from 5:30 to 9 a.m. Time: Parade start 11 a.m., open to media Date: Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017
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As we prepare for our 21st annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade this Saturday, we urge you to consider these ways you can show veterans you care on this important day. (Courtesy of www.military.com) 1. SHOW UP Attend a Veterans Day event in your area ‒ not just a picnic with friends, but an honest-to-goodness
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