Fort Campbell, KY – Thirty-three Fort Campbell Soldiers will be heading to Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis, IN Sunday morning, thanks to the support of the Tennessee Titans and owner K.S. “Bud” Adams Jr.
The Soldiers, who have earned non-commissioned officer and Soldier of the year awards – among others, will represent Fort Campbell and the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), as the New England Patriots and the New York Giants battle for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
Adams, a WWII veteran, was named the first recipient of the Salute to Service Award today, at the inaugural NFL Honors award ceremony.
“I want to congratulate Mr. Adams for receiving the Salute to Service Award and inviting a group of deserving 101st Soldiers to the Super Bowl,” said Maj. Gen. James C. McConville, who commands the fabled Screaming Eagle division. “Mr. Adams and his staff have supported Fort Campbell Soldiers for many years and we appreciate all his efforts.”