In the bravery of those facing adversity, the dedication of our emergency services, and the generosity of local communities, we see the triumph of the human spirit.
At the time, the division's first commanding general said, though it had no history, the 101st had a rendezvous with destiny and the paratroopers have served in every corner of the world since then.
He had married a young woman, in all ways worthy of his honest love and loyalty. She shared the dangers of life with a willing spirit and a light heart.