Leading Seaman Valerie Boyer, a Naval Communicator, working with the Visits and Protocol Office in the Maritime Atlantic Headquarters, stands with the Olympic Flame and the Minister of National Defence and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway, the Honourable Peter MacKay, on a cool November morning in the courtyard of the Halifax Citadel National Historic Fort with members of the Olympic Torch Relay Team.
Photo: Warrant Officer Jerry Kean/JTFA Public Affairs
Dear Soldier: My name is Teresa and I am forwarding this message of respect on behalf of my father, Louie, a World War II Veteran who will be celebrating his 85th birthday on December 5th. Our message is to thank you for the unparelled sacrifice you and your family are making in the name of freedom. May each of you remain safe and when you return home may you live beyond 85 years so we can pridefully honor your bravery, selflessness and commitment. Sincerely, Louie Zimmerman and family
Teresa Armich, Nanoose Bay, British Columbia