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AgEagle Aerial Systems Appoints U.S. Army Major General (Retired) Malcolm Frost to Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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WICHITA, Kan., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) a leading provider of best-in-class full stack unmanned aerial systems (UAS), sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the commercial and government verticals, today announces the appointment of retired U.S. Army Major General Malcolm Frost to its Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2024 .

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  • WICHITA, Kan., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) a leading provider of best-in-class full stack unmanned aerial systems (UAS), sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the commercial and government verticals, today announces the appointment of retired U.S. Army Major General Malcolm Frost to its Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2024 .
  • Frost (Ret) has 31 years of leadership experience in the U.S. Army having provided large-scale strategic and operational oversight in the Indo-Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Europe, and the United States.
  • Frost served as the Chief (Director) of Public Affairs where he developed and led all strategic communications plans and rollouts, national media relations initiatives, and community engagement for the Army.
  • AgEagle’s Chairman, Grant Begley, commented, “Major General Frost brings a significant demonstrated track record of senior leadership specifically within operations technology and military defense industries to AgEagle.

Beacon Global Strategies Adds Two National Security Experts to Its Growing Team and Announces Several Senior Promotions

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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"Additionally, we extend our congratulations to Barry, Julie, Ivan, and Louis on their well-deserved promotions."

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  • "Additionally, we extend our congratulations to Barry, Julie, Ivan, and Louis on their well-deserved promotions."
  • Prior to joining Beacon, Mr. Hall served as Senior Director for Growth at Peraton, overseeing growth pursuits at the National Security Agency (NSA) across three business units.
  • Before joining BGS, Ms. Grundman was a Senior Manager at PwC UK, where she led the Cybersecurity in Mergers & Acquisitions team.
  • Prior to IronNet, Ms. Grundman oversaw the cybersecurity portfolio at Business Executives for National Security (BENS), working closely with government partners.

Surgeon Recounts His Medical Military Experiences During the Vietnam War

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Eugene Edynak, MD was drafted into the Vietnam war during the eighth month of his surgical residency at the University of Pennsylvania. After completing his airborne and Special Forces Officers training he was ordered to Vietnam. Shortly after his arrival in Bien Hoa, Vietnam, he, and his team were responsible for designing and transforming a small convalescent dormitory into a mini-trauma unit for indigenous mercenary soldiers, with two operating rooms, a housing for the field X-ray unit, and a laboratory.

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  • FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Eugene Edynak, MD was drafted into the Vietnam war during the eighth month of his surgical residency at the University of Pennsylvania.
  • After completing his airborne and Special Forces Officers training he was ordered to Vietnam.
  • "Although it's been some 57 years since my time in Vietnam, I'm proud of the little trauma hospital I helped to create," said Edynak.
  • That is, I was neither dismissed from my residency, kidnapped nor did I end up in the stockade."

Congressional Medal of Honor Society Announces Passing of Medal of Honor Recipient Larry L. Taylor

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Medal of Honor Society regretfully announces that Larry L. Taylor, 81, a Recipient of the Medal of Honor for the Vietnam War, passed away January 28, 2024, at his home in Signal Mountain, Tennessee.

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  • MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Medal of Honor Society regretfully announces that Larry L. Taylor, 81, a Recipient of the Medal of Honor for the Vietnam War, passed away January 28, 2024, at his home in Signal Mountain, Tennessee.
  • Once reaching the area, Taylor and his wingman targeted the enemy encircling the patrol team, flying multiple low-level passes under intense enemy fire.
  • As the gunships' ammunition ran low, Taylor continued to make fake gun runs at low altitude to distract the enemy from the men on the ground.
  • Taylor then landed his helicopter 100 yards away, still under intense enemy fire, to meet the patrol team on the ground.

Tunnel to Towers Foundation Launches 2023 Season of Hope

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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Staten Island, NY, Nov. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For a fifth consecutive year, the Tunnel to Towers Season of Hope is set to fulfill its commitment to DO GOOD and honor the sacrifices of America’s heroes.

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  • Staten Island, NY, Nov. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For a fifth consecutive year, the Tunnel to Towers Season of Hope is set to fulfill its commitment to DO GOOD and honor the sacrifices of America’s heroes.
  • The fifth annual Season of Hope begins with the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s pledge to pay off the mortgage on the Clarksville, Tennessee home of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Stephen Dwyer.
  • Tunnel to Towers Chairman and CEO Frank Siller delivered the news to his wife telling her Tunnel to Towers would be paying off the mortgage on their Clarksville home by the end of the year.
  • The Tunnel to Towers Gold Star Family Home Program honors the legacy of those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

MEDAL OF HONOR HERO, COLONEL PARIS D. DAVIS, NAMED GRAND MARSHAL OF 91ST ANNIVERSARY OF THE HOLLYWOOD CHRISTMAS PARADE SUPPORTING MARINE TOYS FOR TOTS

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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Colonel Paris D. Davis said, "I am honored and very grateful to be chosen as Grand Marshal of the Hollywood Christmas Parade.

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  • Colonel Paris D. Davis said, "I am honored and very grateful to be chosen as Grand Marshal of the Hollywood Christmas Parade.
  • The parade culminates with the appearance of the Jolly Old Elf himself, Santa Claus and his reindeer, ushering in the holiday season!
  • To view a sizzle reel of highlights from past Hollywood Christmas Parades, please visit: https://vimeo.com/480561401/6401a3b270
    For Parade inquiries, please call the 24/7 Hollywood Christmas Parade Hotline toll free at 1-833-PARADE1 (1-833-727-2331).
  • For updates on this year's parade, please visit the parade's official website at www.thehollywoodchristmasparade.org

PulteGroup’s Built to Honor® Program Presents Michigan Air Force Veteran with Keys to New Mortgage-Free Home

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Celebrating its 10th anniversary, PulteGroup’s Built to Honor program recognizes and thanks returning military personnel who have been injured during their term of service.

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  • Celebrating its 10th anniversary, PulteGroup’s Built to Honor program recognizes and thanks returning military personnel who have been injured during their term of service.
  • This is the third Built to Honor home dedicated in Michigan.
  • The Michigan War Dog Memorial K9 Salute Team performed a 21-second howl salute dedicated to Master Sergeant Obey and all veterans in attendance.
  • “This is the third Built to Honor home awarded in Michigan to a very worthy veteran,” said PulteGroup President and CEO Ryan Marshall.

PulteGroup Breaks Ground on New Mortgage-Free Home for U.S. Air Force Veteran in Michigan

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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The Obey family recently took part in a groundbreaking ceremony for their new, mortgage-free home at Pulte Homes’ Thornton Farms West community in Dexter, Michigan.

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  • The Obey family recently took part in a groundbreaking ceremony for their new, mortgage-free home at Pulte Homes’ Thornton Farms West community in Dexter, Michigan.
  • “It is truly an honor and privilege to be able to build this home for Master Sergeant Obey and his family,” said Kevin Christofferson, president of PulteGroup’s Michigan division.
  • Master Sergeant Obey and his crew often received enemy fire during takeoffs and landings into dangerous combat zones.
  • He has also received several other medals, awards and ribbons for his valor and service.

Norwich Mourns the Loss of President Emeritus, MG W. Russell Todd USA (Ret)

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Sunday, February 12, 2023
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Norwich, Feb. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NORTHFIELD, Vt.– It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of MG W. Russell Todd, President Emeritus of Norwich University.

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  • Norwich, Feb. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NORTHFIELD, Vt.– It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of MG W. Russell Todd, President Emeritus of Norwich University.
  • The entire Norwich family mourns the loss of an unforgettable leader, educator, officer, public servant, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.
  • MG Todd was a leader who brought to Norwich University a remarkable respect for public service, sage wisdom, and passion for equipping future generations of leaders.
  • His father W. Thomas Todd graduated from Norwich University in 1926, and his son, W. Thomas Todd, graduated from Norwich in 1975.

ShoreOne Strengthens Leadership Team With Experienced Senior Vice President of Operations

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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Before joining ShoreOne, Mr. Burton was Vice President, Underwriting and Sales at Olympus Insurance Company.

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  • Before joining ShoreOne, Mr. Burton was Vice President, Underwriting and Sales at Olympus Insurance Company.
  • ShoreOne President and Chief Operations Officer, Cameron Rhodes, remarked about Mr. Burton's experience: Were excited to have Brad Burton as Senior Vice President, Operations.
  • Mr. Burton will play a central role in working with the ShoreOne team in scaling the business and managing operations.
  • Bringing together experienced leadership, proprietary technology, and a family-friendly way of doing business, ShoreOne is taking better care of coastal homeowners.