WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Claudia Wigglesworth of Daleville as the December “Veteran of the Month.”
Excerpts from Senator Tuberville’s remarks can be found below, and his complete remarks can be found here.
“We often think of the holiday season as a time for giving. For Lieutenant Colonel Claudia Wigglesworth of Daleville, she exhibits this spirit of generosity all year long.”
“Claudia used her leadership skills in several different roles within the military, including as a company commander in the Gulf War, at the Pentagon, at the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, and as Inspector General for Fort Jackson in South Carolina. She says that one of her most rewarding roles was serving as a Recruiting Battalion Commander following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Her parting legacy was helping ensure that America was equipped with the manpower to defend itself following that day. Claudia retired from the military in 2005 after 23 years of service. She and her husband Charlie—also an Army veteran—decided to move back home to Daleville.”
“Claudia began giving of her time and talents to make her community a better place by organizing a food drive and environmental projects that still take place every year. She decided to run for City Council, before running and being elected as the Mayor of Daleville. Claudia’s leadership during her tenure as mayor proved instrumental in expanding Daleville’s Flight School Training Support Services, solidifying Daleville as the home of the largest helicopter simulation training center in the world. She also volunteers countless hours with numerous regional organizations that help those in need in the Wiregrass and across the state. Claudia is the District Chair for the Lions Club International Foundation, and is a Trustee for VFW Post 6020.”
Senator Tuberville recognizes a different Alabama veteran each month for their service and contribution to their community. Constituents can nominate an Alabama veteran and submit their information to Senator Tuberville’s office for consideration by emailing press_office@tuberville.senate.gov.
Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, and HELP Committees.
###
