Honor Texas Troops

	Major Jim Jiggens Born: April 1944 U.S. Army & Air Force Fort Wolters, TX. 21 years of Service Operation: Vietnam Sponsor: T. Johnson		LCDR Kenneth Darnell Born: November 1947 U.S. Navy Beeville, TX. 20 years of Service Operation: Vietnam Sponsor: T. Johnson		CSM Michael Franklin Born: February 1954 U.S. Army Fort Bliss, TX. 26 years of Service Operation: OOTWA Sponsor: T. Johnson
Major Jiggens served 4 years as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. After the Army, Jim earned his wings and spent 17 years as a fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force. The 3 years he spent with the world renown Thunderbirds was only one of the many highlights of his military career. Major Jiggens was also a pilot of the SR-71 Blackbird.		Lieutenant Commander Darnell became a Naval Flight Officer of the U.S. Navy in 1971 and flew electronic intelligence missions during the Vietnam War. Kenneth has served as an Officer in Charge, Deputy Director, Deputy Chief of Staff, and Department Head during various military duties and has been awarded the medals of Navy Achievement and 4 Commendations.		Command Sergeant Major Franklin joined the U.S. Army in 1974 and was a Distinguished Honor Graduate from Fort Bliss in 1975. Michael has held more than eleven leadership roles during his military career, including: First Sergeant and BN Operations Sergeant Major. His awards include the medals of Army Meritorious Service, Achievement, and Commendation.
	SGT Jerry Maxie Jr. Born: July 1983 U.S. Marines Allen, TX. 5+ years, Currently Serving in Iraq Sponsor: T. Johnson				SGT Jason King Born: April 1978 U.S. Army Longview, TX. 5 years of Service in both Kosovo & Iraq Sponsor: T. Johnson
Sergeant Maxie immediately joined the U.S. Marines after graduating from Allen High School. He was stationed at Cherry Point, NC. and also performed operations in Washington D.C. with other Top Military personnel. Jerry has been honored by the Marines for his dedication and service while touring in Iraq. He recently began his second tour of duty proving his commitment.				Sergeant King join the U.S. Army in 2001 to serve his country. He received his chance in 2002 providing military support in Kosovo and the invasion of Iraq. Jason can be proud of his many accomplishments that have earned him a Purple Heart, 2 Commendations, 2 Valorous Unit Awards, along with a number of other medals, ribbons, badges, and awards serving the U.S.A.
	CPL Ronnie Foster Born: March 1948 U.S. Marines Farmersville, TX. 3 years of Service Operation: Vietnam Sponsor: T. Johnson		Major JohnK Wright, V Born: Jan. 1957 U.S. Army Waco, TX. 18 years of Service Operation: P.Comfort Sponsor: T. Johnson		LCPL Vincent Romo Born: Feb. 1987 U.S. Marines Dallas, TX. 2+ years, Currently Serving in Iraq Sponsor: T. Johnson
Corporal Foster joined the U.S. Marines just 2 weeks after graduating from McKinney High School and served his country proud during the Vietnam War. Since 1969, Ronnie has dabbled as a singer, songwriter, musician, writer, and editor. He has written several books about his Vietnam experiences and maintains a personal Web site. Click to view CC Freedom Fighters		Major Wright was born into a military family, living in various countries during his childhood. He continued his worldly travels after joining the U.S. Army (Corps of Engineers) in 1978, serving in Germany, Turkey, and Iraq during Operation Provide Comfort. JohnK's many accomplishments include 2 Meritorious Service, 5 Commendations, and 1 Achievement Medals.		Known as a friend to everyone he meets, Lance Corporal Romo joined the U.S. Marines in 2005. This proud young man has served his country at Camp Fallujah in Iraq and continues to fulfill his enlistment term. As much as he enjoys being a part of the Marines, Vincent also enjoys playing guitar. Even without a hit single, LCPL Romo is a star among soldiers.