2006 WVNG Annual Report PDF - West Virginia Army National Guard

West Virginia National Guard Annual Report 2006STATE OF WEST VIRGINIAOFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL1703 COONSKIN DRIVECHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA 25311-1085Allen E. Tackett (304) 561-6316Major General, WVARNG DSN: 623-6316The Adjutant General FAX: (304) 561-6327December 31, 2006The Honorable Joe Manchin IIIGovernor, State of West VirginiaState CapitolCharleston, West Virginia 25305Dear Governor Manchin,It is my honor and pleasure to submit the 2006 Annual Report of the Adjutant General. The WestVirginia National Guard completed an outstanding year of service to our state and nation. The accomplishmentsdescribed in this report reflect the readiness, dedication and professionalism of our citizen-soldiers.During the last year, West Virginia soldiers and airmen were called upon to provide for the defenseof our homeland and to fight the continuing war on terrorism. Our state continues to provide well-trainedNational Guard units for federal and state deployment.Your leadership and support has been vital to the success of the West Virginia National Guard. Wecontinue to be recognized as one of the best military organizations in the world. More than 6,600 WestVirginia National Guard members and I say "thank you." The West Virginia National Guard will continue tosafeguard the welfare and freedom of our great state and nation. "Montani Semper Liberi!"Respectfully,ALLEN E. TACKETTMajor General, WVARNGThe Adjutant General3