Fort Buchanan commander joins Exchange's Salute to Service celebration

Official Statements

• U.S. Army Garrison Fort Buchanan, November 9: “FORT BUCHANAN, Puerto Rico — Col. David L. Brewer, Fort Buchanan commander, participated in the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's Salute to Service commemoration Nov. 7 at the installation's Main Exchange, as part of the military community efforts to recognize veterans and honoring their service and sacrifices.

  The event marked the beginning of a series of activities organized by the Exchange throughout November to celebrate Veterans Day.

  As part of the commemoration, the Exchange offered limited-edition collectible coins and "Vet for Life" keychains to visitors.

  Brewer's participation reflected his commitment to strengthening the installation's ties with the people of Puerto Rico, a priority he emphasized during his Oct. 27 assumption of command ceremony.

  "We do not merely serve from Puerto Rico. We serve with Puerto Rico," Brewer said in his assumption of command remarks.

  His statement underscored his vision for Fort Buchanan as an integral part of the Puerto Rican community, supporting service members, veterans and military families while strengthening relationships across the island.

  The celebration continues Nov. 11, Veterans Day, with a commemorative coin giveaway at 11 a.m.

  With an annual budget exceeding $500 million, Fort Buchanan supports about 15,000 active-duty personnel, Army Reserve and Puerto Rico National Guard Soldiers, Marine Corps Reserve members and Navy Reserve personnel. The installation provides infrastructure and services that enable military forces to train, mobilize and deploy worldwide, reinforcing its role as the Army's home in the Caribbean.

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