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September 18, 2009

Savannah Veterans Observe POW-MIA Recognition Day
Savannah Veterans Observe POW-MIA Recognition Day

On Friday, Savannah veterans remembered their fellow troops who never returned home.


September 14, 2009

Identity of 3rd ID Soldier Killed in Car Accident Released
Identity of 3rd ID Soldier Killed in Car Accident Released

FORT STEWART, Ga. (Sept. 14, 2009) A 3rd Infantry Division Soldier who was killed in a two-car accident early on the morning of Sept. 10 here has been identified.


September 10, 2009

One Third ID Soldier Killed, Another Injured in Wreck
One Third ID Soldier Killed, Another Injured in Wreck

One Fort Stewart Soldier is dead and another at memorial hospital after an early morning accident.

Troops to Get H1N1 Vaccine
Troops to Get H1N1 Vaccine

The Military wants to protect their own against Swine Flu.


August 13, 2009

Savannah Soldier Hero: News 3 Exclusive

The Richmond Hill Marine, killed in Afghanistan, will be laid to rest this weekend.  A Savannah soldier was injured in the same battle and recovering from a gunshot wound at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center.  He spoke exlusively to News 3’s Andrew Davis.


August 12, 2009

Marine from Richmond Hill Killed in Action
Marine from Richmond Hill Killed in Action

UPDATE: Local newspaper honors fallen Marine


August 05, 2009

Third Infantry Division 1st BCT Trains for New Mission in Iraq

The Third Infantry Division is already in the process of preparing for yet another deployment. This time around, though, their mission is different.
You may remember the 3rd I.D. lead the invasion into Iraq, now they’re leading forces out.
Step by step, they’ll be handing their duties off to the Iraqi Security Forces…
As News Three’s Military Reporter Alice Massimi explains… in short, they’re working to put themselves out of a job.


July 31, 2009

Free Weddings for Warriors
Free Weddings for Warriors

If you are you in the military and planning on getting married listen up.
The Savannah Wedding Tourism Council has a deal you can’t turn down.


July 30, 2009

The Enemy Within: US Army Suicide

Improvised Explosive Devices, Suicide Bombers, and Insurgents were once the most common enemy.
But as the violence decreases in Iraq, another enemy comes into clearer focus… suicide.
In a Special Report - News Three’s Military Reporter Alice Massimi has more on the Army’s latest foe, whose startling numbers have the army sitting up and taking notice.


July 24, 2009

American Legion Honors Fallen GA National Guardsman
American Legion Honors Fallen GA National Guardsman

Some local veterans are honoring a fallen hero from Statesboro.


July 22, 2009

GA National Guardsman Dies in Afghanistan
GA National Guardsman Dies in Afghanistan

A Georgia Army National Guardsman serving in Afghanistan dies from injuries after the vehicle he was riding in rolled over.


July 16, 2009

2 Fallen Soldiers Honored at Warriors Walk
2 Fallen Soldiers Honored at Warriors Walk

Two fallen heroes are honored at Fort Stewart.


July 12, 2009

Injured Soldiers Reunited with 549th MP Company
Injured Soldiers Reunited with 549th MP Company

Sunday’s homecoming at Fort Stewart was also an extra special moment for two soldiers. Sgt. Paul Roberts and Sgt. Garry Thompson got to re-join the 549th Military Police Company for the first time since being injured.

Families Welcome Home 130 Soldiers from Afghanistan
Families Welcome Home 130 Soldiers from Afghanistan

The 549th Military Police Company, 385th MP Battalion, was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.


July 10, 2009

Mother of Fallen Georgia National Guardsman Speaks
Mother of Fallen Georgia National Guardsman Speaks

A Bulloch County family is remembering a hero, beloved son, and brother who was killed in action in Afghanistan. News 3’s Tuquyen Mach talked to the mother of Sgt. Brock Chavers.


July 08, 2009

Two Georgia Guardsmen Killed in Afghanistan
Two Georgia Guardsmen Killed in Afghanistan

Soldiers from Statesboro and Columbus killed in action.


July 02, 2009

Gap Offers Discount to Military
Gap Offers Discount to Military

To thank those who serve their country the Gap at Oglethorpe Mall is offering them some additional savings this July Fourth Weekend.


June 23, 2009

GA National Guardsman Killed in Afghanistan
GA National Guardsman Killed in Afghanistan

First Sergeant John D. Blair, a member of 1st Battalion, 121st Infantry of
the Georgia National Guard was killed in action June 20 in Mado Zayi, Afghanistan
supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.


June 17, 2009

Third ID Soldiers Injured During Training
Third ID Soldiers Injured During Training

Three 3rd ID soldiers were injured at Fort Stewart Wednesday during training exercises.


June 05, 2009

UPDATED: Fort Stewart Soldier from New York Killed in Afghanistan
UPDATED: Fort Stewart Soldier from New York Killed in Afghanistan

The Department of Defense says a soldier stationed at Fort Stewart has been killed in Afghanistan.  His family says he was the third generation to enter the armed services.


June 03, 2009

Beaufort Marine Killed in Afghanistan

The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.


June 02, 2009

Fort Stewart Community Reacts to Halt of 5th Brigade
Fort Stewart Community Reacts to Halt of 5th Brigade

The Army announces a planned 5th brigade will not be coming to Fort Stewart. Third Infantry Division commanding general asks community to stay positive.


May 29, 2009

3RD Infantry Division Trains for New Mission to Iraq

The mission for the Third Infantry Division’s upcoming deployment to Iraq has changed.
Leading the invasion into the country seven years ago they are now charged with rebuilding the country.


May 28, 2009

B-17 Bomber Undergoes Restoration at Mighty Eighth Museum

At one point in time there were thirteen thousand of them… now there are only forty six remaining.
A critical weapon in World War Two the B-17 bomber, otherwise known as a Flying Fortress is considered a national treasure.
As New Three’s Alice Massimi found out…lucky for you there is now one right in our backyard.

Hunter Army Airfield Change of Command

Big changes at Hunter Army Airfield.
Today the current Garrison Commander Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Whitney handed over command to Lieutenant Colonel Jose Aguilar.


May 27, 2009

Tybee Veterans Memorial

Savannah isn’t the only city with a Veterans Monument in the works the City of Tybee is also in the process of honoring those who have served.
A project News Three’s Military Reporter Alice Massimi learned has become a labor of love.

Tybee Island WWII Memorial

Veterans on Tybee Island are working to make a World War Two Monumenta reality.


May 22, 2009

Mighty Eighth Reunion to be the Last

Some World War Two Veterans are spending the weekend with their brothers in arms.

Ft. Stewart Soldier Injured in Accident Dies From Injuries
Ft. Stewart Soldier Injured in Accident Dies From Injuries

Memorial Health and Fort Stewart Officials confims a Third Infantry Division Soldier died Friday, after an accident on Ft. Stewart earlier in the week.


May 21, 2009

Savannah Army Ranger KIA Honored

When it comes to supporting out troops, a Bryan County business is going above and beyond.
On the Eve of Memorial Day Weekend they’re honoring a soldier who was killed this past January.
News Three’s Military Reporter Alice Massimi was at the ceremony and has more on their enormous show of support.

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