My Army Uniform is a Symbol of Strength
May 31, 2011
A symbol of strength is what my Army uniform is to me. Each and every day that I’m fortunate enough to put it on, I transform from an ordinary American citizen to an extraordinary American patriot. I’ am overwhelmed with pride just knowing that every time I put my boots on, I step into a challenge that only a few are willing or able to take on. I jump into a world of opportunities whether it’s pursuing a strong education, or strengthening my leadership skills by navigating soldiers through missions on a daily basis. Every time the Army Combat Uniform is put on I am embraced into a long lineage of elite soldiers who instantly become my family. Whenever in doubt of why I do this, I just look at the American flag attached to the right shoulder of my uniform and remember my brothers in arms who served before me. Many of who paid the ultimate sacrifice. My uniform is always as close to perfection as I can get it because I realize that it represents more than just me. It’s also a reflection of a great legacy of Army Strong warriors that I have the honor to inheriting just by putting it on. This is why the Army uniform has always been before me, and will always be after me, a symbol of strength.
Patrick
Jun 1, 2011 11:20 AM