AFRO News honors veterans in third annual salute to servicemen and servicewomen

AFRO Intern

AFRO News hosted its third annual “Salute to Our Veterans” event on Nov. 13 at Martin’s West, an event honoring those who have served in the U.S. military.

Veterans came from near and far to attend the event, which featured the Baltimore Polytechnic Institute JROTC/Color Guard and greetings from former Maryland State Delegate Clarence “Tiger” Davis.

Honorees for the day included U.S. Air Force Maj. (Retired) James A. Dula; Brig. Gen. (Retired) Edward H. Ballard; Chief Warrant Officer Five (Retired) Tywanda B. Morton; U.S. Army Col. (Retired) Jo Ann C. Jolivet and Sen. Benjamin T. Brooks (D-District 10), a U.S. Army veteran. Maj. Gen. (Retired) Dr. Linda L. Singh, who served as keynote speaker for the event, was also honored for her service…

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