Jul 24th, 2009
Cleveland is humble about her teaching ability, but is quick to acknowledge the importance of the subject matter.”I really enjoy teaching, but it’s not always easy keeping a student’s attention, because I’m not a dominating person,” said Cleveland. “I just keep reminding myself that what I am teaching these Soldiers will not only affect them, but also the people they may have to save. I may be helping my students save a life!”
Oct 3rd, 2008
Her family expected her to be the one to go straight to college in pursuit of a medical degree. Instead, she’s found a happy medium, providing medical coverage for more than 60 soldiers at Joint Security Station 5.
She originally enlisted in 2002 to prove to her family that she is dependable, and that she could do something without them “hovering over” her. “I know I’ve done that,” she said, “and more.”
Having achieved her original goal, Conner said, she continues serving in the Army – with today marking her second re-enlistment — because she feels it’s her calling.
Mar 22nd, 2007
On December 19, 2006 I did a post about “a wee slip of a gel”, Michelle “Chuck” Norris, late of C Company, 1 Bn the Princess of Wales Royal Regiment. She had been awarded the British Military Cross for her bravery in action in Iraq. That’s the equal of our Silver Star.
Andrew Stuttaford notes a [...]
Dec 19th, 2006
Military Cross, one of Britain’s highest awards for gallantry in combat