On Jan. 21, 2010, the USO welcomed home Fort Drum’s 3rd BCT in style after a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan.  Nearly 800 soldiers and their loved ones were treated to an evening of food, entertainment and a special performance by the Fort Drum Army band.  Comedians Steve Burr and Dan Liberto brought laughs and smiles, with Johnny Spezzano of The Border 106.7 (WBDR-FM) and Whirlin’ Disc DJ’s keeping people on their feet.  The event was made possible by Alfred Weissman, longtime USO supporter and New York businessman.  Welcome home!

[caption id=“attachment_771” align=“aligncenter” width=“500” caption=“Soldiers relax upon returning home (USO Photo by Jason B. Cutshaw)”]Soldiers relax upon returning home (USO Photo by Jason B. Cutshaw)[/caption]

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Comedian Dan Liberto cracks 'em up during dinner (USO Photo by Jason B. Cutshaw)

[caption id=“attachment_775” align=“aligncenter” width=“500” caption=“There to show support were Col. David B. Haight, 3rd BCT commander, with Mr. and Mrs. Weissman, Karen Clark and Lt. Col. Jeffrey Abbott (USO Photo by Jason B. Cutshaw)”][/caption]

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