The Hall of Honor Selection Committee is soliciting nominations of candidates for induction into the Freedom Through Vigilance Association’s Hall of Honor.  The induction ceremony is a major element of the association’s reunion activities and is scheduled for Saturday morning, 27 September 2008, at Headquarters, Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency (AF ISR Agency).

Since the creation of USAFSS as a major air command in 1948, members of USAFSS/ESC/AFIC/AIA/AF ISR Agency, hereinafter referred to as the command, have been at war 24/7 as anonymous sentinels, engaged in combat with foreign enemies of the United States and its allies while conducting operations in the air as aircrew members, on the seas aboard U.S. naval ships, on each of the major continental land masses and, with the assistance of technology, from space.  In no small measure, their contributions toward the preservation of our freedoms, though largely unheralded, have been vital to the continuance of our national security and our way of life.  The command has been blessed with an abundance of talented members who possessed the skill sets and intellectual capacity, coupled with unselfish dedication and commitment, to conquer whatever challenges they encountered – often while confronting significant adversity and at great personal sacrifice.

The founders of the Freedom Through Vigilance Association established the Hall of Honor in 1983 to honor those individuals who served the command with great distinction and contributed immeasurably to successful mission accomplishment.  To date, 147 individuals have been inducted into the Hall of Honor.  They include former officer, enlisted and civilian personnel whose contributions as technicians, supervisors, planners, managers and leaders extend from World War II through Desert Storm.  The Hall of Honor preserves the legacy of those who have gone before, highlights their deeds, and honors their contributions to the Nation.

We have all had the privilege of serving with individuals who are viable candidates for induction into the Hall of Honor.  This is an opportunity to nominate deserving individuals in an attempt to ensure they receive the recognition and lasting tribute they have earned.  The Selection Committee will review all eligible nominations and select individuals for induction into the Hall of Honor using eligibility criteria and procedures pursuant to the Hall of Honor Charter.  A copy of the Charter is available in the newsletter and on the web page at http://www.ftva.org.

Nominations must be received not later than 2 June 2008 and may be submitted either by mail or email.  Nominations submitted by mail should be addressed to FTVA, Attn: HOH Committee, P.O. Box 691616, San Antonio Tx 78269-1616.  Email nominations should be addressed to myself at  or to Bob Cope at .  When submitting nominations, please limit to one page, front and back, using the HOH Nomination Form available in the newsletter or on the website.

Thank you and remain in touch.

Bob Sherwood, Chairman
Hall of Honor Program

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