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YOUR USO AT WORK

Issue 112 / Mar. 2023

Day in and day out, we're working to support our service members and their families all around the world. That means we have no shortage of news, inspiring stories and ways to step up for our troops to share with you this month. Thank you for all you do to make this crucial work for our heroes possible.

USO FRONT LINES

Service members pushing cargo on an aircraft

U.S. Service Members Assisting in Turkey Earthquake Relief Efforts Receive Support from the USO

Last month, a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and Syria — becoming the deadliest earthquake on the entire globe since the 2010 earthquakes in Haiti. As our nation's service members support those impacted by this disaster, the USO is right there beside them — ensuring that American troops know we have their backs, no matter the mission or crisis.

Learn more about how the USO is supporting U.S. troops in Turkey. »

USO Camp Walker Team Attends Briefing for Troops Recently Deployed to South Korea

USO Camp Walker was able to greet the troops new to the area — telling them all about the USO and what we have to offer the community. It was a great way to connect with some troops deployed to Camp Carroll, Camp Walker and Camp Henry and welcome them to the area.

GET INSPIRED

Meet the 2022 USO Service Members of the Year

Each year, honorees from different military branches are nominated by their command leadership for performing extraordinary acts of bravery that exemplify the values of the Armed Forces and the USO.

Read more about this year's honorees. »

Historic photo of women serving in the military provided by the National World War I Museum and Memorial

Over 200 Years of Service: The History of Women in the U.S. Military

From the battlefields of the American Revolution to the deserts of Kuwait, women have been serving in the military in one form or another for more than 200 years. They have had to overcome decades of obstacles to get to where they are today: serving in greater numbers, in combat roles and in leadership positions all around the world.

Learn more about the history of women in the military and how the USO has supported them since our founding as an organization in 1941. »

GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT

Flyer for live discussion with singer/songwriter Elle King

USO Hosts MVP Webinar Event With Singer/Songwriter Elle King

Last month, service members and military spouses in Germany and Poland got to have a live discussion with singer/songwriter Elle King about her latest album "Come Get Your Wife". We are proud to offer exciting entertainment events like this as part of our USO's Military Virtual Programming.

EVENTS

Flyer for Team USO at the Boston Marathon

Another Year of Team USO at the Boston Marathon^®!

Four runners will represent Team USO at 2023 Boston Marathon^® next month, including an Army veteran, an active-duty sailor, a USO volunteer and a passionate military supporter. Army veteran Krysta Cass graduated from West Point, served 6.5 years in the Army (including 3 deployments in the Middle East) and is and is a member of the USO New England Advisory Board. The USO has proudly participated in the marathon since 2018!

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Government Officials, Military Leaders and USO Supporters Recognize the Bravery and Sacrifice of Service Members During the 2023 USO Annual Awards Dinner

The USO proudly recognized and celebrated the 2022 USO Service Members of the Year at the 2023 USO Annual Awards Dinner on March 23 in Washington, D.C. "The seven individuals recognized for their inspiring acts of heroism this year exemplify the values of both the USO and the Armed Forces," said USO CEO and President J.D. Crouch II. The Awards Dinner was hosted by Drew Carey and attended by senior government and military leaders, members of Congress and business and community leaders.

BY THE NUMBERS

Take a look at 12 moments you supported U.S. troops deployed to Eastern Europe in the year since Russia invaded Ukraine. »


	VOICE OF THE USO "Thank you so much for having this event today. I look forward to it every week. I really enjoy the activities, but most importantly, I am grateful for the opportunity to get out of the house, meet others, and build a community here." — A military spouse describes her experience at a USO Coffee Connections event at USO Naples

OTHER WAYS TO GIVE

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From all of us at the USO,
thank you for being a dedicated
and proud military supporter!

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