{"id":8758,"date":"2022-12-08T16:18:16","date_gmt":"2022-12-08T16:18:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=8758"},"modified":"2022-12-08T16:18:16","modified_gmt":"2022-12-08T16:18:16","slug":"exchange-helps-army-veteran-fulfill-lifelong-dream-of-attending-army-navy-game","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2022\/12\/08\/exchange-helps-army-veteran-fulfill-lifelong-dream-of-attending-army-navy-game\/","title":{"rendered":"Exchange Helps Army Veteran Fulfill Lifelong Dream of Attending Army-Navy Game"},"content":{"rendered":"

DALLAS <\/strong>\u2013 It pays to shop the Army & Air Force Exchange Service\u2014and not just for the great deals and tax-free shopping. Army Veteran Richard Clark won two tickets to the 123rd<\/sup> Army-Navy Game through an Exchange sweepstakes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For the Front Royal, Va., resident, attending the Army-Navy Game has been a lifelong dream.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a once-in-a-lifetime trip I\u2019m going to be able to take,\u201d said Clark, an Army specialist who served nearly four years before being medically discharged in 2007. \u201cI\u2019m thankful for the Exchange for offering this contest.\u201d<\/p>\n

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This is the fifth year the Exchange is a participating partner of the Army-Navy Game presented by USAA and will have a presence at the annual matchup, taking place on Dec. 10 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Fans can stop by the Department of Defense retailer\u2019s tent in the fan fest to pick up swag, including stadium-approved clear bags.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m most looking forward to the camaraderie with fellow Veterans,\u201d said Clark, who often stops by the PX when visiting his son, a Soldier assigned to Fort Meade. \u201cIt\u2019s going to be a great atmosphere, with respect from both sides, from players and fans, for all who serve and are going to serve.\u201d<\/p>\n

Though Clark will be cheering \u201cGo Army! Beat Navy\u201d on Saturday, his guest will be rooting for the other side\u2014not surprising for a Navy Veteran. The two friends have an annual tradition of watching the game together on TV and get to continue that tradition live this year.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is an honor for the Exchange to help two heroes attend this storied game,\u201d said Exchange Director\/CEO Tom Shull, USMA Class of 1973. \u201cWhether supporting the future leaders on the field or the Veterans cheering in the stands, the Exchange is there to serve all who serve, have served and will serve.\u201d<\/p>\n

Social-media-friendly version: <\/strong>For Army Veteran Richard Clark, attending the #armynavygame has been a lifelong dream\u2014one that is coming true thanks to tickets he won in a @shopmyexchange sweepstakes. Read more about Clark\u2019s big win: https:\/\/wp.me\/p9Q7PG-2hg<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 54th<\/sup>-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $3.5 billion in earnings for critical military Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a> or follow us on Twitter at https:\/\/twitter.com\/ExchangePAO<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Marisa Conner at 214-312-5111 or connermar@aafes.com.<\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n

Facebook:\u00a0 www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Twitter:\u00a0 https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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