Even though some of the soldiers had been home for nearly two months, almost 200 people turned out on Friday for the official homecoming of the Iowa National Guard 248th Aviation Support Battalion. Several dignitaries were on hand at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility in Mt. Joy, including Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack and Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch.
Even though some of the soldiers had been home for nearly two months, almost 200 people turned out on Friday for the official homecoming of the Iowa National Guard 248th Aviation Support Battalion. Several dignitaries were on hand at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility in Mt. Joy, including Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack and Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch.
Marching in to the strains of bagpipes, members of the 248th Aviation Support Battalion received a rousing ovation.
Under the direction of Lori Potts, members of the North Scott Singers sang the National Anthem.
After spending a year serving as part of Operations Inherent Resolve and Spartan Shield, members of the 248th Aviation Support Battalion stand at ease as they listen to Congressman Dave Loebsack speak at their official homecoming on Friday.
Congressman Dave Loebsack speaks during a welcome home ceremony at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility.
Even though some of the soldiers had been home for nearly two months, almost 200 people turned out on Friday for the official homecoming of the Iowa National Guard 248th Aviation Support Battalion. Several dignitaries were on hand at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility in Mt. Joy, including Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack and Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch.
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during a welcome home ceremony at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility.
Even though some of the soldiers had been home for nearly two months, almost 200 people turned out on Friday for the official homecoming of the Iowa National Guard 248th Aviation Support Battalion. Several dignitaries were on hand at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility in Mt. Joy, including Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack and Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch.
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds makes a connection with Elleana Garcia. Elleana is the daugher of Master Sergeant Ricardo Garcia and his wife, Dara (pictured), of Colona, Ill.
Even though some of the soldiers had been home for nearly two months, almost 200 people turned out on Friday for the official homecoming of the Iowa National Guard 248th Aviation Support Battalion. Several dignitaries were on hand at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility in Mt. Joy, including Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack and Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch.
Even though some of the soldiers had been home for nearly two months, almost 200 people turned out on Friday for the official homecoming of the Iowa National Guard 248th Aviation Support Battalion. Several dignitaries were on hand at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility in Mt. Joy, including Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack and Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch.
Gov. Kim Reynolds shakes hands with Cory Crain.
Even though some of the soldiers had been home for nearly two months, almost 200 people turned out on Friday for the official homecoming of the Iowa National Guard 248th Aviation Support Battalion. Several dignitaries were on hand at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility in Mt. Joy, including Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack and Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch.
Even though some of the soldiers had been home for nearly two months, almost 200 people turned out on Friday for the official homecoming of the Iowa National Guard 248th Aviation Support Battalion. Several dignitaries were on hand at the Davenport Army Aviation Support Facility in Mt. Joy, including Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack and Davenport Mayor Frank Klipsch. NSP photos by Scott Campbell.
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