1230th Transportation Co. Returns From 'Noble Eagle' Duty
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By Sgt. Jeff Lowry(posted December '04)
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| Georgia's Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. David B. Poythress, pins Staff Sgt. Maria Morales with the Global War on Terrorism medal in a homecoming ceremony Saturday December 12, 2004. Morales, the unit administrator for the 1230th Transportation Company, also received accolades from her first sergeant. "This young lady did it all," said 1st Sgt. Royce Davis. "Somebody has to run the unit." The unit returned home after 22 months guarding Dobbins Air Reserve Base. Morales also helped with administration duties for the 1177th Transportation Company, and the 75th Engineers that were stationed in other Georgia bases.(Georgia National Guard photo by Sgt. Jeff Lowry) |
After 22 months the 1230th Transportation Company of
The unit, mobilized in February 2003, had been on active-duty providing security at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in
“It’s good to be home,” said Staff Sgt. Leslie J. White, of
“I still got to see him most weekends,” said his wife, Mary Ann.
Citizen-soldiers of the 1230th received the Global War on Terrorism medal for their part in Operation Noble Eagle. Bainbridge Mayor Bill Reynolds also recognized the unit by issuing a proclamation in the 1230th’s honor, and presenting it to Capt. Douglas Bryan, the unit’s commander.
Other guest speakers were state Senator John Bullock;
Ross and Williams recognized not only the citizen-soldiers for their hard work but also their family members for their foundation and commitment to the Guardsmen.
"They can't do what they do, be the patriots they are, without your support," said Ross. "You have the most
difficult job of anybody in this room."
Williams echoed those remarks in his speech. "You are truly the unsung heroes."
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The unit stands at attention during tne playing of the National Anthem.
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