The Freedom Salute Campaign is the one of the largest Army National Guard recognition endeavors in history, designed to publicly acknowledge Army Guard Soldiers and those who supported them during the President's call to duty for Operations NOBLE EAGLE, ENDURING FREEDOM AND IRAQI FREEDOM.

The Freedom Salute Campaign began December 2003 and has thus far recognized over 100,000 deserving Soldiers, family members, friends, employers, centers of influence and other very important persons for their contributions since the terrorists attacks on American soil, 11 September 2001. The leadership of the Army National Guard considers the campaign first and foremost a Recruiting and Retention Program. This is because how an organization treats its people is a direct reflection of the values the organization holds. Parents, prospects, other current members and families will watch closely how the Army National Guard treats its returning Soldiers. Conducting these Freedom Salute Campaign programs is a wonderful opportunity to increase awareness in the community of the good work being done by Guard Soldiers. Not only does this Soldier recognition directly impact recruiting, but it affects Soldier retention as well. In a recent survey, Soldiers returning from Operation IRAQI FREEDOM indicated that recognition for their service and sacrifice was one of the most important contributing factors in their decision whether or not they would continue to serve in the Guard. This program is not a "nice to have," "good thing to do," it is a "must-have" and "must do well" program that will continue to impact on the recruiting and retention of our Soldiers.

Marketing NCOs from each state have access to nominate Soldiers.
Questions: Freedom Salute.