Camaraderie of Courage strives to honor and pay tribute to the Soldiers we so tragically lost from the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division.
The Annual Gold Star Dinner and Walk, supporting the creation and renovation of the 1st Brigade Unit Memorials, as well as assisting soldiers with attending dedications and special memorial events are just some of the ways we try to fulfill the Camaraderie of Courage mission.
Our annual 1 BCT Gold Star Dinner is held on at the Hilton Garden Inn in Watertown, NY. The Gold Star Families and be able to share stories with fellow Soldiers and leadership throughout the Battalions. We have had wonderful guest speakers over the years including, Medal of Honor Recipient Gary Beikrich and Jeff Struecker. We love spending time with the 1 BCT Gold Star Families and hope to see them again soon!
Our annual Memorial Walk honors all those Fallen in combat from 1st Brigade. Gold Star Families and Soldiers walked the track solemnly, seeing each Soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.
Camaraderie of Courage had the privilege to fund a memorial bench and patio at the property of a local 1st Brigade Gold Star Family. It was constructed by Camaraderie of Courage Board Member, Bronwyn Wilson, and her father, Bob Rinehart.