WALL OF HEROES HONORS 17 FALLEN OIF SOLDIERS

FORT SNELLING, Minn. - The sun was high and hot on July 9 as the 88th Regional Readiness Command (RRC) unveiled its Wall of Heroes Memorial at Fort Snelling, Minn. Dedicated to fallen 88th RRC Soldiers throughout history, the Wall of Heroes honors the 17 Soldiers killed in action during Operation Iraqi Freedom, as well as those from previous conflicts.

The unveiling was attended by Soldiers of the command, family members of the fallen, supporters and distinguished guests including the commanding general of the U.S. Army Reserve, LTG James R. Helmly.

During the ceremony, the commander of the 88th RRC, BG Michael W Beasley, recalled the accomplishments and honors of the 88th …