Hero Stories for December 2013

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By Terri Moon Cronk American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2013 – Taking on the task of sorting hundreds of holiday toy and gift donations from White House staff, First Lady Michelle Obama lent a hand to the Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots campaign here yesterday. “It is always an honor and a privilege for me to play this small role to do whatever I can to lift up this effort at the very end of the drive to make sure we get our numbers and that folks are a...

By Terri Moon Cronk American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2013 – A Navy psychiatrist was presented the U.S. Special Operations Command Patriot Award for treating 68 Special Forces operators for traumatic brain injuries and psychological health conditions. Socom’s Patriot Award is bestowed annually to recognize one individual or organization that provides significant and enduring support to Socom’s wounded warriors and their families.In a recent ceremony in the...