Governor Cuomo Directs Flags to Half-StaffGovernor Andrew Cuomo has directed that flags on state government buildings be flown at half-staff on Tuesday, November 29 in honor of a Fort Drum soldier who died in Kandahar province, Afghanistan on November 21.
Private Jackie L. Diener II died of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.
He was assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 71st Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, based at Fort Drum. Private Diener was from Boyne City, Michigan.
"I join with all New Yorkers in mourning the loss of Private Diener and I send my deepest sympathies to his family, friends, and fellow soldiers," Governor Cuomo said.
"We will honor the service of this Fort Drum soldier and we will be forever grateful for his dedication to our nation."
Private Jackie L. Diener II died of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.
He was assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 71st Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, based at Fort Drum. Private Diener was from Boyne City, Michigan.
"I join with all New Yorkers in mourning the loss of Private Diener and I send my deepest sympathies to his family, friends, and fellow soldiers," Governor Cuomo said.
"We will honor the service of this Fort Drum soldier and we will be forever grateful for his dedication to our nation."
From The G-Man would like to take this opportunity to honor Private Jackie L. Diener II, his love of country and his service with the following video tribute. May he rest in peace.
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