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Stephen Billow

Veteran

MY connection to 9/11

  • I was serving in the military on 9/11

Where were you when you first heard about or saw the 9/11 terrorist attacks?

I had an appointment with a congressman to get an Active Guard Reserve position with the Pennsylvania Army Nation Guard. After returning from an activated tour of duty to Bosnia, I was watching live TV as the events of the attack took place. The congressman's office was prompt in notifying me that they had to cancel my appointment. I completely understood after seeing what was happening those very moments.

How did the events of that day shape your life and inspire your service to this country?

I continued my service as a Pa National Guard Senior NCO with over 20 yrs of service and later served a tour in all of 2009.

What are you excited to contribute to your community, however you define it, for the next 20 years?

I currently serve as a Military Share representative and as a volunteer at a veteran service organization.

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