Dear supporters, I recently traveled to Syria with a US Army team to explore ways SoA might be able to ease local suffering while furthering US objectives on the ground. I’ve been to Syria a number of times, but this trip in particular was different. I had the opportunity to tour Manbij Public Hospital, a … Continued
Dear supporters, US troops are working to provide positive influences to young people in Kosovo to serve as a counter to the extremist groups and criminal organizations who view them as a prime target for recruitment. One of the youngest countries in Europe, Kosovo has suffered the negative effects of organized crime, ethnic tensions, and … Continued
Dear SoA team members, This week, as we reflect upon the tremendous sacrifices made by our forefathers 73 years ago on the beaches of Normandy, I’d like to share with you the recent experience Jim and I had visiting similar sites of steadfast American courage and commitment in the Pacific. Jim and I just returned … Continued
Greetings, Memorial Day is the day set aside to remember those who have given their lives in service to the nation. Last week, I was in Okinawa, Japan and South Korea meeting with US Marines and soldiers. Both places are powerful reminders of Americans who have laid down their lives for our country. Okinawa was … Continued
Despite the bloody conflicts roiling across both, my military flight from Iraq to northern Syria was a routine affair. I was traveling into Syria with three goals in mind: to meet with the US Army Civil Affairs teams, assess the humanitarian situation on the ground, and explore assistance projects that would help ease the suffering … Continued
I recently had the opportunity to visit Trinidad with our COO, Isaac Eagan. This was my first time in the small island nation, located just a few miles off the northeast coast of Venezuela. I thought I would be visiting a relaxed island paradise, but to my surprise I found that alongside amazing hospitality and … Continued