Kevin Roberts: “I rise today to honor the hard work and dedication of our men and women in the U.S. Army and all branches of service.…”

“I rise today to honor the hard work and dedication of our men and women in the U.S. Army and all branches of service. Just a couple of weeks ago, I had the pleasure of attending the uncasing ceremony at Fort Riley, KS. It was an honor. For those who have not attended an uncasing ceremony, it symbolizes a homecoming, and certainly that was the case at Fort Riley. It signifies the presence of the command and resumption of that command's authority. It offers a time to reflect on the heroic efforts and the leadership of the men and women of the Big First. Since returning to Kansas in 2006, the 1st Infantry Division's headquarters deployed to Iraq. But this was not the first time the division has uncased its colors at Fort Riley. In fact, it was the fifth time in 55 years. During their time in Basra, Iraq, the men and women of the Big Red One assisted in completing many vital projects. Approximately 850 soldiers deployed from Fort Riley in February of last year.”