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Show AF Memorial dedication ends 15 years ofplanning, fundraising BYG. A.VOLB Ogden Air Logistics Center Public Affairs The Air Force Memorial dedication, set for Oct. 14 in will ascend 270 feet above the three-acr- e elevated promon- tory site. Other key elements of the memorial include a bronze honor guard, inscription walls and an open glass chamber of contemplation all landscaped to create Situ- - ' a memorial park and parade round overlooking the nation's capital. It's a long overdue event since the promonUSAF was the only branch of tory point of land known as the Naval service without any memoAnnex, the structure will rest rial in the Washington area southwest of the Pentagon commemorating its service to the nation. just off Interstate 395. The final leg of the memorial's "It's our way of honor- development was briefed ing the millions of patriotic to those attending the 27th men and women who have Annual Focus on Defense distinguished themselves in the United States Air Symposium. Force and its predecessor by the Ogden Air Logistics Center here and three Utah organizations," said General Grillo. "In less than 100 chapters of the Air Force Association, more than 350 years, air and space power Defense Department emhas changed the face of the world. Since the Gulf War, air ployees and aviation-relate- d and space power have also industry representatives were in attendance. changed the entire way the "If it wasn't for the people country view the very nature of war." contributing to the projHe said he hopes the ect, like many in Utah, we wouldn't be this far along," memorial will inspire future said Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Edward generations to serve the naGrillo, Jr., president of the Air tion proudly in Air Force blue Force Memorial Foundation. and ensure that airpower "To date, we've raised more lessons of the 20th Century than $49 million, and conand beyond are not forgottinue fund raising to support ten. "It will also salute the the memorial's dedication national's military industrial events and small contingency base for their vast technologireserve." cal achievements that made General Grillo said the American airpower the most formidable on Earth." design represents the Air Force values what the The memorial, some service stands for. Central to 750 tons in weight, will be the design are three staindedicated in front of a large less steel spires which soar crowd entertained by current and historical aircraft flybys. skyward. The highest spires Washington D.C., culminates 15 years of plan ning and fund raising. WW - "The Thunderbirds will conclude the ceremony by honoring the 54,000 airman who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their nation," ..i. T" 1 i. VA, and FHA A W , JL naftnaneiwoyPurthi I ) I I ' . Conventional. New Construction Free Know before you look. iST, iST SWW'MFY """ " l " nrrmgftTTm; K-- i , VI Al It' I "Servicing America's Best" 3550 South Harrison, Just orth of Weber State jj 3 1 3 pPMwii'aiji'iiMn.iiiii, r" said General Grillo. More information on the memorial can be found on the AFMA cite at: www. airforceihemorial.org - - I BELLA ,V IDA. AT EAGLEWOOD it'- - 9 1 INDEPENDENT. Luxury. Living. BELLA VIDA Active Adult Condo Community Bella Vida at Eaglewood takes traditional active adult housing to unprecedented new heights by combining the financial advantages of owning your home with the services of concierge living. , in 11 mm 11. i ,.. 1,. 1, n iimiiiniiii.i- j- - t(r , .i.iii. , When called, you served your Nation. While you may have returned to civilian life, your service to your community and country still matters. You can continue to serve by becoming a member in your hometown Air Force the Air National Guard. In return for your part-tim- e service, the Air National Guard will Count time served on active duty toward your Air Guard retirement Recognize the military rank you held at time of active duty discharge Offer additional training in your field or a completely new career Provide eligibility for the VA Home Loan Program Reinstate many of your active duty military benefits Enter a new era of military service. Call 1 today for more information. -8- 00-864-6264 : BUAWPINB AMERICA, "jrnuiNl FREEDOM i |
