Oregon Military Hall of Fame Returns, Honors Veterans and Civilian Supporters : 無料・フリー素材/写真
Oregon Military Hall of Fame Returns, Honors Veterans and Civilian Supporters / Oregon National Guard
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| 説明 | After a hiatus of over a decade, the Oregon Military Hall of Fame (OMHF) returned with an induction ceremony and dinner at Camp Withycombe, Clackamas, on Sunday, Apr. 28, 2024, marking the revival of the prestigious event.The last ceremonies took place in 2007, 2008, and 2009, but the OMHF made an important return with an impressive list of distinguished inductees for 2024.The inductees for 2024 represent a diverse range of backgrounds and extraordinary contributions to their country and communities. Among them is Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Allan R. “Dick” Tobiason, a decorated U.S. Army Vietnam veteran, recognized for his exceptional service spanning two tours in Vietnam and significant contributions to honoring veterans in Oregon. Tobiason played a pivotal role in repatriating 27 American POWs during “Operation Homecoming” in 1973 and was instrumental in naming highways across Oregon to honor wartime veterans and Gold Star Families.Also honored was Colonel (Retired) Carol Brown, an Army Nurse who served in Vietnam and continued her service in the Oregon Army National Guard. Brown demonstrated remarkable dedication throughout her career, serving as Battalion Staff Nurse for the 1249 Engineer Battalion and as the Commander of the 175th Medical Brigade. She also worked tirelessly as the State Nurse for the Headquarters State Area Command.Major General (Retired) Raymond F. Rees, a highly decorated Army officer who served as Oregon’s Adjutant General for 17 years, was also inducted. Rees was instrumental in modernizing the Oregon National Guard. Rees led the 116th Armored Cavalry Regiment and served in key roles such as Chief of Staff for NORAD and USNORTHCOM. He was recognized with multiple awards, including The Defense Distinguished Service Medal and the Army Distinguished Service Medal.Chief Master Sergeant (Retired) Jason M. Burger was recognized for his 33 years of distinguished service in the Air Force. Burger deployed 19 times and supported numerous operational, contingency, and humanitarian missions. He played a crucial role in around-the-clock efforts to support presidential-directed missions and accumulated over 4500 flight hours conducting various missions.Colonel (Retired) Thomas K. Henderson Jr., who served 33 years in the Air Force as a Master Navigator, was honored posthumously for his significant contributions to strategic command and Air Force Special Operations. Henderson flew more than 100 combat missions in support of NATO in Bosnia and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. He culminated his career as the Command Center Director at USNORTHCOM.Master Sergeant (Retired) Christopher Spence, a U.S. Army Special Forces veteran, was also inducted for his pivotal role in the Invasion of Afghanistan and subsequent work with the Special Forces Scholarship Fund. Spence is known for taking the photograph used by former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld to showcase American Forces in Afghanistan and for managing the Special Forces Scholarship Fund, which has awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships since 2013.In a new category, the OMHF recognized civilians who have gone above and beyond in their support for veterans. This addition highlighted the crucial role civilians play in honoring and supporting veterans.The return of the Oregon Military Hall of Fame is not only a celebration of the brave men and women who have served their country but also a testament to the enduring spirit of support from the community, reminding us of the sacrifices made in service to our nation. |
| 撮影日 | 2024-04-28 14:16:45 |
| 撮影者 | Oregon National Guard |
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| カメラ | Canon EOS 70D , Canon |
| 露出 | 0.033 sec (1/30) |
| 開放F値 | f/4.0 |
| 焦点距離 | 24 mm |