<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1SQeoV_1Go9lNea00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1SQeoV_1Go9lNea00" width="1200" height="600" >FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - The Marion County Commission made a proclamation in honor of Operation Desert Storm Gen. Dennis Christian Thursday.Christian was born in West Virginia and attended West Virginia University before serving in the U.S. Army.He commanded the 201st Field Artillery during Operation Desert Storm and brought all of his men home safely after the war.Christian continued his service after Desert Storm with the West Virginia Army National Guard.Retired U.S. Army Sgt. David Tucker served under Christian in the 201st Field Artillery. Tucker spoke about the impact Christian had on his life.Christian has since passed away, but Tucker said the proclamation will help keep his memory alive.“He was a brilliant officer, but he was also the most caring officer for soldiers that I ever knew. He loved his men, and he brought each and every one of us home safe,” Tucker said. “That’s why this plaque is very important to me. It honors his memory, and it ensures that his legacy and the legacy of the 201st will never be forgotten.”The proclamation will remain at 1516 Mary Lou Retton Drive in Fairmont, at the site of the former National Guard Armory.</div></body>

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FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - The Marion County Commission made a proclamation in honor of Operation Desert Storm Gen. Dennis Christian Thursday. Christian was born in West Virginia and attended West Virginia University before serving in the U.S. Army. He commanded the 201st Field Artillery during Operation Desert Storm and brought...

Marion County Commission honors Operation Desert Storm General

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FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - The Marion County Commission made a proclamation in honor of Operation Desert Storm Gen. Dennis Christian Thursday. Christian was b

Marion County Commission honors Operation Desert Storm General

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