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.