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Decorah makes a big impression on members of the 322nd Engineer company

Posted: Fri, Jan 14, 2011 4:21 PM
There were a number of homemade signs

Leaders of the 322nd Engineer Company told a Luther College audience of 1,300 people on Friday that they couldn't believe the turnout and other shows of support from the community.

"This town is fantastic," said Captain Troy King. "Everyone I've met has been extremely friendly," he commented. Lieutenant Colonel Matthew Baker agreed. "This is overwhelming," he said, "I've never seen anything like this (turnout)."


Even small patriots turned out for the sendoff
The Decorah HS Wind Ensemble performed several patriotic songs