Hanscom AFB, Mass. Through its charitable foundation, Hanscom FCU was a proud supporter of the Salute to Veterans hosted by 66th Air Base Group commander Col. Michael A. Vogel. The base held the ceremony to recognize and thank local veterans for their service to the nation.
The event began with a continental breakfast, followed by a ceremony honoring veterans from all branches of service. Veterans from World War II to the current campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan attended the event.
"As a financial institution supporting those who serve in the military, we are pleased to have the opportunity to honor veterans," stated Hanscom FCU Chairman of the Board Paul Marotta. "In fact, we have employees who are veterans from all branches of service. We also have reservists on our staff. They help remind us of how much this service means to our country."
Photo caption: Hanscom FCU Chairman of the Board Paul Marotta accepts a certificate of appreciation from Colonel Michael Vogel, Commander, 66th Air Base Group, HAFB, honoring the credit union for its support of the Salute to Veterans. Also pictured are Lt. Colonel David Dunklee, Deputy Commander, 66th Air Base Group, Hanscom FCU President/CEO David Sprague, Senior Airman Eric Correia and Senior Msgt Carmen Clemsic. (photo credit: US Air Force).
Hanscom AFB, Mass. Through its charitable foundation, Hanscom FCU was a proud supporter of the Salute to Veterans hosted by 66th Air Base Group commander Col. Michael A. Vogel. The base held the ceremony to recognize and thank local veterans for their service to the nation.
The event began with a continental breakfast, followed by a ceremony honoring veterans from all branches of service. Veterans from World War II to the current campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan attended the event.
"As a financial institution supporting those who serve in the military, we are pleased to have the opportunity to honor veterans," stated Hanscom FCU Chairman of the Board Paul Marotta. "In fact, we have employees who are veterans from all branches of service. We also have reservists on our staff. They help remind us of how much this service means to our country."
Photo caption: Hanscom FCU Chairman of the Board Paul Marotta accepts a certificate of appreciation from Colonel Michael Vogel, Commander, 66th Air Base Group, HAFB, honoring the credit union for its support of the Salute to Veterans. Also pictured are Lt. Colonel David Dunklee, Deputy Commander, 66th Air Base Group, Hanscom FCU President/CEO David Sprague, Senior Airman Eric Correia and Senior Msgt Carmen Clemsic. (photo credit: US Air Force).