As I conclude my first month of command, I’d like to take a moment to thank all the men and women of Team Ramstein, the KMC and our gracious hosts in the local community for the warm welcome. My family and I have been overwhelmed by the incredible reception we have received since our arrival.
I am in awe of the professionalism you display every day. I couldn’t have asked to come into a wing better prepared for success than the mighty 86th.
We remain extremely busy, both deploying Airmen and accomplishing our tremendously important home-station mission of providing world-class combat airlift, DV transport, expeditionary combat support and quality of life services for the entire KMC, and I am humbled by you and your family’s selfless sacrifice.
Even though we are busy, it is important that we take time to reflect on where we’ve been, on our proud airpower heritage that began 61 years ago, and those events in our past that have altered the way we operate today. We are approaching the anniversary of one such event, which took place eight years ago.
The attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, undoubtedly had, and continues to have, a worldwide impact.
Each of us can recall exactly where we were and what we were doing as the hours passed that terrible morning and it became evident that it was not just a horrible
accident, but a deliberate attack on our country.
It was a day that all of us will never forget. It set our nation on a course to war against radical extremists and we have been engaged in that war for nearly eight years.
During that time, our Airmen have accomplished incredible feats against an unforgiving enemy; they have lived by their creed and have answered their nation’s call.
From serving as a major deployment hub for our military members to caring for more than 50,000 wounded warriors, Team Ramstein has played a huge role in this fight.
These past eight years have shown that we are our nation’s sword and shield, its sentry and avenger, and will defend her with their lives.
More than 5,100 military personnel have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation, including servicemembers from the KMC and Team Ramstein.
I know you are busy, but please take the time to honor those who have given and
continue to give while renewing your commitment to the freedom of our great nation. That commitment will ensure we will never falter and we will not fail.
Team Ramstein, thank you to you and your families for your sacrifice, your unwavering spirit and continued dedication to our important mission.
My first month here has been absolutely superb and I am honored for the opportunity to serve with each and every one of you.
KMC Sept. 11 remembrance events:
To honor our servicemembers and pay tribute to the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, the 86th Airlift Wing will host a special remembrance ceremony at 2:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at the base flagpole near the flightline. Also, U.S. Army Garrison Kaiserslautern chapels in Bldg. 3773 on Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and in Bldg. 3150 on Daenner Kaserne will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 11 for prayer, reflection and remembrance. The Ramstein Southside Chapel Sanctuaries will also be open and available during duty hours for people to come observe. For more information, call the chaplains’ offices at 493-4098 or 480-5753.
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As I conclude my first month of command, I’d like to take a moment to thank all the men and women of Team Ramstein, the KMC and our gracious hosts in the local community for the warm welcome. My family and I have been overwhelmed by the incredible reception we have received since our arrival.
I am in awe of the professionalism you display every day. I couldn’t have asked to come into a wing better prepared for success than the mighty 86th.
We remain extremely busy, both deploying Airmen and accomplishing our tremendously important home-station mission of providing world-class combat airlift, DV transport, expeditionary combat support and quality of life services for the entire KMC, and I am humbled by you and your family’s selfless sacrifice.
Even though we are busy, it is important that we take time to reflect on where we’ve been, on our proud airpower heritage that began 61 years ago, and those events in our past that have altered the way we operate today. We are approaching the anniversary of one such event, which took place eight years ago.
The attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, undoubtedly had, and continues to have, a worldwide impact.
Each of us can recall exactly where we were and what we were doing as the hours passed that terrible morning and it became evident that it was not just a horrible
accident, but a deliberate attack on our country.
It was a day that all of us will never forget. It set our nation on a course to war against radical extremists and we have been engaged in that war for nearly eight years.
During that time, our Airmen have accomplished incredible feats against an unforgiving enemy; they have lived by their creed and have answered their nation’s call.
From serving as a major deployment hub for our military members to caring for more than 50,000 wounded warriors, Team Ramstein has played a huge role in this fight.
These past eight years have shown that we are our nation’s sword and shield, its sentry and avenger, and will defend her with their lives.
More than 5,100 military personnel have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation, including servicemembers from the KMC and Team Ramstein.
I know you are busy, but please take the time to honor those who have given and
continue to give while renewing your commitment to the freedom of our great nation. That commitment will ensure we will never falter and we will not fail.
Team Ramstein, thank you to you and your families for your sacrifice, your unwavering spirit and continued dedication to our important mission.
My first month here has been absolutely superb and I am honored for the opportunity to serve with each and every one of you.
KMC Sept. 11 remembrance events:
To honor our servicemembers and pay tribute to the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, the 86th Airlift Wing will host a special remembrance ceremony at 2:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at the base flagpole near the flightline. Also, U.S. Army Garrison Kaiserslautern chapels in Bldg. 3773 on Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and in Bldg. 3150 on Daenner Kaserne will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 11 for prayer, reflection and remembrance. The Ramstein Southside Chapel Sanctuaries will also be open and available during duty hours for people to come observe. For more information, call the chaplains’ offices at 493-4098 or 480-5753.