Politics & Government
Cartersville Soldier To Support Presidential Inauguration
Lt. Commander Tracy Funck, a Cass High School graduate, will be part of a national joint task force coordinating military support.
CARTERSVILLE, GA -- A Cartersville native will soon take part in the 58th Presidential Inauguration.
Lt. Commander Tracy Funck, a graduate of Cass High School, will be part of The Joint Task Force - National Capital Region, 58th Presidential Inauguration joint task force.
The task force is charged with coordinating all military ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) for the inaugural period. President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration will be held Friday, Jan. 20.
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As a joint task force, it includes members from all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components.
Funck, 43, who serves with the United States Coast Guard, has been in the military for 19 years. She's currently provides information technology support to operational and support personnel for the Coast Guard.
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"I am honored and truly humbled to be able to serve and participate in the Presidential Inauguration," she said. "I retire in April 2018 so this will be my first and last opportunity to serve as an active duty member for this type of event; I want to do my part to help ensure a successful transition and memorable experience for all."
The armed forces have participated in the inauguration of the United States president since April 30, 1789, when members of the U.S. Army, local militia units and Revolutionary War veterans escorted George Washington to his first inauguration ceremony at Federal Hall in New York City, DVIDS said.
More than 220 years later, the participation of the armed forces continues to honor the commander in chief, recognize civilian control of the armed forces and celebrate democracy.
Participation by the U.S. Armed Forces traditionally includes musical units, color guards, salute batteries and honor cordons.
DVIDS works to "provides a timely, accurate and reliable connection between the media around the world and the military serving at home and abroad."
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