Friday, July 9, 2010

There is a P Where There Once Was None



Earlier this week the Army Times had some very exciting news.  A couple Majors became promotable.

This kid's name was on the list.



Congratulations Major (P) Davenport.  That "P" sure looks nice.


Army announces lt. col. selections for promotion



Posted : Thursday Jul 8, 2010 9:28:43 EDT
Here are officers in the Army Competitive Category recommended for active-duty promotion to lieutenant colonel by a board that met in February and March, the Army announced today.
MANEUVER, FIRES AND EFFECTS 
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Darrisaw Colanders
Darville H W Hugh
Davenport Richard
Davila Diego
Davilaforti Jose R
Davis Christopher
Davis George W 
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I'm so thrilled for you Richard!  I'm not sure anyone can understand the joy of this like a spouse.  I haven't known you since you were Private Davenport, but I am so honored to have been there since your 2LT days and Ranger School.  Life hasn't exactly been a walk in the park, but I've learned ... I've witnessed honor first hand.  

You amaze me.  You inspire me.
And through it all you remain irritatingly humble:).

Congratulations my MAJ(P) Davenport.
I love you.

2 comments:

  1. congratulations! I can only imagine how that must feel...I am sure that is something you don't GET unless you have been there. My hat goes off to you and your family!!

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  2. congratulations on this happy news ... well deserved, i'm so happy for you all!

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