Yesterday, the President spoke by phone
with Major General John (J.T.) Thomson, commanding general of the 1st Cavalry
Division at Fort Hood, Texas. On behalf of the American people, the
President conveyed his deepest sympathies to the families, friends, and
colleagues of the soldiers swept away by flash flooding during a terrible
training tragedy at Fort Hood, Texas last week.
The President thanked Major General
Thomson, the leaders of Fort Hood, and especially the soldiers and emergency
responders who coordinated search and recovery operations in treacherous
conditions.
This accident reminds us of the
tremendous risks associated with military operations in peacetime or at war.
The President expressed to Major General Thomson the great debt our nation owes
to all service members for the sacrifices they make to keep us all secure.
The President and First Lady are keeping
the 1st Cavalry Division and the United States Military Academy in their
prayers during this difficult time.
Source: The White House, Office of the Press Secretary
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