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honor servicemembers and Veterans. She has been present since 2009 and holds a poster- From TORRANcE, page 1
size photograph of her father in his Navy dress uniform. Command Master Chief Richard “Every time I come, it tears me up – just to hold him,” Sharynn said. “I’m so honored
McGee retired in 1980 after 30 years of service, and died in 2008. Sharynn stands in the same … everyone salutes my dad, all the guys – and it doesn’t get easier. I’ve been standing here
spot on Torrance Boulevard where her father stood in his uniform to watch the procession. since 2009 and every year it doesn’t get easier, it breaks me up every time. I’m just very
proud and honored. He deserves it.”

Soldiers of the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, from Fort Irwin, Calif., participated in the
2015 Annual Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade, May 16.

A girl dons an interceptor body armor at the military exhibits of the 2015 Torrance
Armed Forces Day Celebration, May 16.

National Training Center and Fort Irwin Commander Brig. Gen. Joseph Martin took part in Soldiers of the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment Horse Detachment rode their horses in
the 56th Annual Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade, May 16, riding in a convertible and the 56th Annual Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade.
later observing floats and saluting military personnel as they passed a reviewing stand
for flag officers and other dignitaries.

For more information go to www.irwin.army.mil