Chester man urges support for troops with Gulf War insights
Chester resident Bill Rose, a former 101st Division specialist who served in Saudi Arabia and Iraq during the Persian Gulf War, travels to speak on backing troops and sustaining morale. He recalls protests at home, stresses appreciation, and notes letters, care packages, and small gifts boost servicemen and women.
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How to show support for military personnel
Southern Illinois residents can support service members with targeted actions rather than general mail. Do not send items to any soldier. instead donate to programs that fund calling cards, e mail greetings, or care packages for named branches. Contributions support Red Cross and USO aid and community volunteering.
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Guardsmen from Sparta mobilized for overseas duty
National Guard personnel from Sparta and Carbondale units join about 140 in the 133rd Signal Battalion in a call to federal active duty. They face unknown destinations with possible overseas deployment after further training, likely to the Central Command region. Families express pride and concern as loved ones prepare to leave.
Illinois National Guard units activated for Operation Enduring Freedom
Four Illinois Army National Guard units including a Sparta battalion have been activated for federal duty in Enduring Freedom. About 140 guardsmen, with some from Carbondale’s 133rd unit, may ship out as soon as Sunday for overseas deployment after training. Others activated include members from Rock Falls 1644th Transportation Company and Springfield 644th Personnel Services Battalion and 623rd Detachment. Over 2,650 of Illinois guard personnel have been mobilized statewide.
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