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Military Nomads remember on Khobar Towers anniversary

Nomads remember on Khobar Towers anniversary

Tuesday, 03 July 2012 08:20 Written by Staff Reports

 

Larry Hendrickson, a member of Tech. Sgt. Thanh Nguyen’s extended family, salutes the flag as the flaming sword of remembrance burns during the Khobar Towers Memorial ceremony June 25 at Eglin Air Force Base. Nguyen was killed in the bombing attack 16 years ago, June 25, 1996. The tragedy took 19 military members and 12 33rd Fighter Wing Nomads.

Amid gusting winds and threatening rain clouds of Tropical Storm Debby, Airmen, Marines, Sailors and family members gathered to remember 19 warriors and 12 33rd Fighter Wing Nomads on the 16th anniversary of the Khobar Towers bombing June 25.

"I'm humbled to be a part of this ceremony," said Col. Andrew Toth, 33rd FW commander. "It reminds us, as a nation, that America is in a time of war and has always known conflict. The 33rd will continue the same patriotism. After 16 years, the eternal flame of remembrance still burns brightly. Those who paid the ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten."

For the complete story, see the July 5 issue of Navarre Press or subscribe online.

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