Armed Forces Day 2001
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. (USTCNS) --- On May 20, 1950, President Harry S Truman established the Armed Forces Day as "the first combined demonstration by America's defense team of its progress…towards the goal of readiness for any eventuality. It is the first parade of preparedness by the unified forces of our land, sea, and air defense."
President Truman's words echo loudly today. We remain faithful to the goals set forth on that first celebration of our nation's tribute to its armed forces. The heroes of our military services left for us a legacy of unequaled greatness that bestows upon us a tremendous responsibility.
The nation depends on U.S. Transportation Command to achieve our most vital national goals. Moving and sustaining America's military might by air, sea, or over land, makes you central to our success. Whether the call is for transporting or sustaining warfighting forces and equipment or providing humanitarian assistance, your service is essential.
America will continue to call upon your service at home and abroad to ensure our nation's security. You make the difference in maintaining that obligation. Many challenges lie ahead and I have great confidence in our ability to meet them.
You, the men and women of U.S. Transportation Command, and its components Air Mobility Command, Military Sealift Command, and Military Traffic Management Command, serve throughout the world as sentinels of liberty. You are a reminder of the high cost of freedom and the sacrifice it requires.
I am proud of your many achievements and look with great optimism to our future endeavors. Best wishes.
President Truman's words echo loudly today. We remain faithful to the goals set forth on that first celebration of our nation's tribute to its armed forces. The heroes of our military services left for us a legacy of unequaled greatness that bestows upon us a tremendous responsibility.
The nation depends on U.S. Transportation Command to achieve our most vital national goals. Moving and sustaining America's military might by air, sea, or over land, makes you central to our success. Whether the call is for transporting or sustaining warfighting forces and equipment or providing humanitarian assistance, your service is essential.
America will continue to call upon your service at home and abroad to ensure our nation's security. You make the difference in maintaining that obligation. Many challenges lie ahead and I have great confidence in our ability to meet them.
You, the men and women of U.S. Transportation Command, and its components Air Mobility Command, Military Sealift Command, and Military Traffic Management Command, serve throughout the world as sentinels of liberty. You are a reminder of the high cost of freedom and the sacrifice it requires.
I am proud of your many achievements and look with great optimism to our future endeavors. Best wishes.
Follow Us On:
