United Technologies Support of U.S. Armed Forces and Military Families Recognized by USO

UTC Chairman & CEO Louis Chênevert accepts Distinguished Service Award

Dec 17, 2013 12:00 PM ET

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UTC Chairman and CEO Louis Chênevert (center left) and Medal of Honor Recipient Army Sergeant First Class Leroy Petry (center right) pose with UTC employees featured in the Gala video showcasing the pride they take in their work for the military. (L-R) Christopher Lowenstein, Sikorsky; Marilyn Mathis, Pratt & Whitney; Kristin Kopp Vaughan, Pratt & Whitney; Kevin Bredenbeck, Sikorsky.

The New York City Joint Service Color Guard Presents the Colors prior to singing of the National Anthem by the USO Show Troupe at the 52nd Armed Forces Gala & Gold Medal Dinner in New York City on Dec. 11.

Members of The United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon executed a series of calculated drill movements and demonstrated precise handling of their hand-polished M1 Rifles with fixed bayonets.

The Gala audience gave a standing ovation to the four Medal of Honor Recipients in attendance at the USO dinner, including Army Sergeant First Class, Leroy Petry (center).

Military Leadership Awards were presented to one individual from each branch of service. Awardees were chosen for demonstrating selfless commitment to our country and for inspiring their fellow soliders, sailors, airmen and/or marines.

The USO Show Troupe performed in honor of all active duty service members, veterans and their families.

UTC Chairman & CEO Louis Chênevert receives the 2013 Distinguished Service Award from (L-R) Brian Whiting, President & CEO, USO of Metropolitan New York; Retired General Richard

December 17, 2013 /3BL Media/ - In an overflowing New York City ballroom packed with some of the most courageous and honorable Americans of this generation — the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces — UTC Chairman & CEO Louis Chênevert was honored on Dec. 11 with the United Service Organization's (USO) Distinguished Service Award.

For the last 51 years, the USO of Metropolitan New York has hosted an annual gala to celebrate the contributions of civilians and service members that have gone above and beyond in service to the United States and the Armed Forces, and to raise funds that support USO programs and services. In addition to Chênevert, the USO recognized Admiral William H. McRaven, Commander, United States Special Operations Command, United States Navy, with the 2013 Military Distinguished Service Award. Admiral McRaven is best known for his leadership role in preparing and overseeing the May 2, 2011, special operations raid that resulted in the death of Osama bin Laden.

The USO is a non-government, non-profit organization that offers an array of programs targeted to support active duty military and their families. USO services include support to forward-deployed service members; families of the fallen and wounded troops; as well as helping service members transitioning to civilian life.The USO has a legacy of lifting the spirits of American troops and their families through the work of a limited staff and thousands of volunteers. This year’s gala raised more than $1.7 million to support the continued delivery of those vital services.

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United Technologies Support of U.S. Armed Forces and Military Families Recognized by USO

UTC Chairman & CEO Louis Chênevert accepts Distinguished Service Award

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