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Issue 3 of Wounded Warrior Project's After Action Report magazine is hot off the presses! Download your free copy today, and check out the great warrior profiles, healthy living and travel tips, and upcoming events for warriors. Download it here: http://bitly.com/HkJHWb- Wounded Warriors at the Bank of America 500 (12 photos)Did you see the NASCAR Bank of America 500 at Charlotte this weekend? Wounded Warriors were VIPs for the event, meeting the drivers, presenting trophies, serving as grand marshal and dropping the green flag. Fans also had a chance to express their thanks for our nation's veterans by signing a flag that was made into a huge mosaic of the American flag. — at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
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Hunting can be part of the healing process, especially when spending time with fellow warriors. Hunting gets one warrior out of the house back to an active life: http://wwpinc.org/P5xU4g- Soldier Ride UK 2012 - Part 2 (11 photos)Photo Friday Follow-up: After six-days and over 220-miles, 30 Wounded Warriors rolled into London for a great ending to Soldier Ride UK! We wanted to share the rest of the amazing photos from their trip through the UK!
- We are excited to announce we're partnering with Heinz for a second year for Our Turn To Serve! Help support veterans by scanning the QR code on the back of Heinz® Ketchup bottles in your favorite restaurant to send a thank you note. For every note sent, Heinz will donate $1 to Wounded Warrior Project up to $250,000!
- Under Armour has teamed up with Wounded Warrior Project to honor those who have served or are currently serving our country. This fall, Boston College and Hawaii will be rocking out these amazing uniforms- Boston at their game with Maryland, and Hawaii at their game with UNLV.
- Currently, 30 Wounded Warriors are participating in a six-day biking expedition through the United Kingdom. The group of 15 British warriors and 15 American veterans kicked-off the second annual Soldier Ride UK at Sandringham House by meeting with the Duke of Edinburgh. The 250-mile ride will conclude on Thursday, October 11 with the warriors riding into London.
- Soldier Ride United Kingdom (17 photos)Currently, 30 Wounded Warriors are participating in a six-day biking expedition through the United Kingdom. The group of 15 British warriors and 15 American veterans kicked-off the second annual Soldier Ride UK at Sandringham House by meeting with the Duke of Edinburgh. The 250-mile ride will conclude on Thursday, October 11 with the warriors riding into London.
- Wounded Warrior Project was at the Chicago Marathon yesterday as guests of Bank of America with Wounded Warrior Norbie Lara serving as honorary starter for the marathon and holding the ribbon at the finish line for the elite female competitors. Wounded warrior Colin Bond also came out for the day, running the full marathon alongside a WWP staff member. WWP volunteers came out to help distribute medals to the runners.
- Chicago Marathon (8 photos)Wounded Warrior Project was at the Chicago Marathon yesterday as guests of Bank of America with Wounded Warrior Norbie Lara serving as honorary starter for the marathon and holding the ribbon at the finish line for the elite female competitors. Wounded warrior Colin Bond also came out for the day, running the full marathon alongside a WWP staff member. WWP volunteers came out to help distribute medals to the runners.
- We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face... we must do that which we think we cannot. -Eleanor Roosevelt
- Are veterans' issues important to you? Veterans Day will be here soon, and it's a good time to invite others to be part of the mission to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. Please share this post and invite your friends join our Facebook community of people united in support of our nation's veterans. facebook.com/wwpinc.fans
- Congrats to our friends at Frito-Lay! Yesterday at the Texas State Fair, they set the Guinness World Record for the largest Frito Pie! And it's not just deliciousness in the works. Through October 13, look for special displays at your groce...ry store for a $1-off coupon for combined purchase of Fritos corn chips and Hormel Chili. For every coupon redeemed, Fritos and Hormel Foods will donate $1 to WWP, up to $100,000. Thank you! More info about the record: http://wwpinc.org/OB9VtDSee More
- Fill in the blank: The biggest challenge facing wounded warriors today is ______________.
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- Photo Friday: Wounded Warrior Melissa Stockwell (photo by Brian Lehmann/Rocky Mountain News) Melissa is a internationally recognized swimmer who represented the USA on the Paralympic team in Beijing. In recognition of her spirit and dedic...ation, she has been nominated for the 2012 USAA Athletic Inspiration Award for Courage in Sports. Let's vote online every day and help this incredible warrior be recognized for her achievements! Vote here: http://bit.ly/PDpNZjSee More
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"When I saw how they overcame their challenges, I was inspired to overcome mine. Seeing their success proved I can accomplish anything.” -Wounded Warrior Tad Stuart http://bitly.com/zqn2zLWounded Warrior Project shared a link.
After a soldier and his working dog were both severely injured while serving in Afghanistan, the pair were reunited at the bedside in the intensive care ward at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany. Check out these touching pictures: http://wwpinc.org/SR9UNn- ActivityOctoberPeople Who Like This9,690