AGOW hosts POW/MIA events

The 435th Air Ground Operations Wing will host Prisoner of War/Missing in Action events Sept. 21. Ramstein members will be given the opportunity to reflect upon the life story of a prisoner of war during a luncheon as well as take time to reflect on the many POW/MIAs during a wreath laying ceremony.

The events will allow participants to show their enduring support for military and civilian POW/MIAs and their families, who have endured suffering and sacrifice to protect our freedoms and our way of life.

The following POW/MIA events are scheduled for Sept. 21:
• 8 a.m.: POW/MIA Memorial Fun Run at the 435th Construction and Training Squadron running trail (exit Ramstein West Gate and follow the CTS signs). This free run has no pre-registration. All units, squadrons and civilians who want to run are welcome. Formation run is optional. For details, email Master Sgt. Caleb Blake at caleb.blake@ramstein.af.mil.

• 11:30 a.m.: POW/MIA luncheon at the Ramstein Officers’ Club, Suites one and two. Guest speaker will be retired Capt. Guy Gruters, accompanied by his wife Sandy. Gruters endured five years and three months as a POW during the Vietnam War. Menu will be Italian pasta bar. Cost is $15.20 for club members and $17.20 for non-members. For tickets, email Master Sgt. John Dizonno by Sept. 14 at john.dizonno@ramstein.af.mil.

• 4 p.m.: Wreath laying ceremony at the River Rats Memorial. This event will conclude the day’s activities. The River Rats Memorial is located behind the Ramstein Officers’ Club adjacent to the Berlin Wall. This is a free event open to the base. Dress is uniform of the day.