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- 1. A Tribute to Heroes The 2nd annual Gulf Coast INLETS The National World War II Memorial Museum April 12, 2017 | New Orleans
- 3. Evening Program 5:45pm Reception Meet & Greet with Captain Richard Phillips 6:15pm Seating for Dinner • Blessing for the Meal • Welcoming Comments • Recognition of Above & Beyond Award recipients • Tribute for Fallen Heroes Special music by: New Orleans Firefighters Pipes and Drums 7:15pm Keynote Presenter: Captain Richard Phillips 8:00pm End of program Emcee: Robert C. Smith Production: Darren Heater A special thank you to Ashley Lohr for the design and content of the “Tribute to Heroes” program
- 4. Continuing in 2017, American Military University (AMU) will be hosting 1-hour webinars without cost to help law enforcement officers* stay current on topics covering: • DarkNet Awareness • DarkNet Investigations/Operations • Digital Currency Awareness • Social Media/Apps Part 5 • UAV/Drone Operations for Law Enforcement • UAV/Drone Counter Measures • Social Media Monitoring during Civil Disturbance • Islamic Radicalization • Domestic and International Kidnapping Investigations • Drug Smuggling Tactics and Money Laundering (Digital Currency) Webinar attendees may receive a 5% tuition grant for degree and certificate courses at AMU. TO REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR SERIES VISIT INPUBLICSAFETY.COM/WEBINAR OR CONTACT INSTRUCTOR JIM DEATER AT JDEATER@APUS.EDU. LAW ENFORCEMENT WEBINAR SERIES 2017CERTIFIED IN-SERVICE TRAINING WITHOUT COST AMU is part of the accredited American Public University System and certified to operate by SCHEV. *The webinars include law enforcement-sensitive information; therefore all registrants will undergo a verification process to ensure they are current law enforcement officers, analysts, or law enforcement support personnel.
- 5. The On The INLETS: Above & Beyond Award The Above & Beyond Award provides an opportunity to recognize those who have significantly contributed to the mission of the law enforcement. The intended purpose is to highlight individuals whose contributions have made a positive impact, contributions which tend to go unnoticed or unrecognized each day in our profession by outsiders. In bringing those individuals recognition for their contributions, we share in showing appreciation of their selfless acts. The general public has a great amount of respect for those in law enforcement. And there are many ways they demonstrate that appreciation. Yet they seldom see the day in and day out heroics that occurs across each community, neighborhood, school, park, city, or state. And as law enforcement, we seldom have time to sit back and reflect on the good that we do because there is always more to be done. One way we, as law enforcement, can bring recognition to these worthy colleagues is through peer nominated awards. Tonight we recognize two individuals who come from completely different backgrounds yet at their core possess the same selfless attributes. One is a citizen and one a sworn law enforcement officer. In our line of work often is uttered, “See something, Say something.” The two individuals honored tonight also Did Something.
- 6. On the INLETS: Above & Beyond the Recipients Vickie Williams-Tillman Staff, St. Jude the Apostle School On a Sunday morning in February 2017, Vickie Williams-Tillman was on her way to Sam's Club and Walmart, listening to gospel music, when she noticed a police officer struggling with a man on the side of the road. She rolled down her window to ask if the officer needed help, but she couldn't hear him respond. She did, however, lock eyes with him. "I could see in his eyes he needed help," said Williams-Tillman. "You don't have time to think about it … I did what God needed me to do." Baton Rouge Police Corporal Billy Aime had conducted a traffic stop after he saw drug paraphernalia in a parked vehicle. After the driver got out of the car, he became aggressive. He grabbed the Aime’s baton and hit him repeatedly on the head and also bit his hand. Aime was grappling with the man who was reaching for Aime's holstered weapon. Ms. Williams-Tillman, in heels, stands just over 5 ft. tall, but, she said she's always been a "tough cookie." She stopped her car, pulled over, called 9-1-1 and then began to assist the officer. She wrestled the man's hand off of the officer’s weapon and then jumped on the man’s back. This helped Aime regain control of the situation. The man was arrested that evening on drug and battery counts. Aime had a slight headache Monday from the strikes to his head. Now, Williams-Tillman and Aime are calling themselves family. "I've got another family," Williams-Tillman said, her arm around Aime. "Baton Rouge, together as one." "This is unbelievable from the stand point of bridging the gap between the community and the law enforcement agency," said Baton Rouge Police Chief Carl Dabadie. “We are indebted to you." For her courage and bravery, and selfless acts in supporting law enforcement, Vickie Williams-Tillman has gone Above & Beyond in her service to her community. from The Advocate, Grace Toohey
- 7. Robert “Andre” Ardeneaux, Jr. Deputy, St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy Robert "Andre" Ardeneaux, Jr. entered onto duty with St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office on March 2007. During that time, he had never had a year of service like that of 2016. In March, while on vacation, extensive rainfall resulted in major flooding. Without hesitation or request, he reported to work and took part in rescue operations. During these efforts, a swift current caused a boat to capsize with people inside. As a result of Deputy Ardeneaux's valiant effort to save the shipwrecked crew, he tore several ligaments in his shoulder which required surgery. While recovering from shoulder surgery, he accompanied his family to a community swimming pool for a child's party. As the party drew to a close, he noticed a dark object at the bottom of the pool. Deputy Ardeneaux removed his shoulder sling and jumped into the pool. Upon reaching the bottom, he realized the motionless object was his son. He pulled his son from the pool and immediately directed someone to call 9-1-1. Properly administering CPR, he managed to resuscitate his son prior to the arrival of EMS. After an overnight stay at Children's Hospital, Deputy Ardeneaux’s son returned home. Returning to full duty at the end of June, Deputy Ardeneaux informed his supervisors of a rare situation. He was contacted and told he was a perfect match for a kidney transplant for Jason Triche. Triche was a Sheriffs Deputy for St. John the Baptist Parish and the victim of an ambush shooting where two of his fellow deputies were killed. As a result of the ambush shooting, Triche was in dire need of a kidney. At the beginning of September, the transplant surgery was a success. Deputy Ardeneaux fully recovered and returned to work within a few weeks. Triche recovered as well, and no longer has to receive dialysis treatments. Both officers, and their families, became good friends and maintain a relationship to this day. From off-duty rescues, being injured in the line of duty, saving the life of his own son, and selflessly donating a kidney to save the life of another law enforcement officer, Deputy Robert “Andre” Ardeneaux, Jr. has gone Above & Beyond in service to his community. from St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office
- 8. I Never Dreamed It Would Be Me I never dreamed it would be me, My name for all eternity. Recorded here at this hallowed place, Alas my name, no more my face. “In the line of duty,” I hear them say; My family now the price will pay. My folded flag stained with their tears, We only had those few short years. The badge no longer on my chest, I sleep now in eternal rest My sword I pass to those behind, And pray they keep this thought in mind. I never dreamed it would be me, And with heavy heart and bended knee; I ask for all here from the past, Dear God, let my name be the last. - Sgt. George Hahn, LAPD
- 10. My Brother Although I never met him, I knew him. He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference. He was immensely proud of the uniform, the badge and what they represent. He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm. He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary. He was competent, trained, and professional. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became frustrated when true justice became sidetracked. He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he never wavered. He stood by and for his fellow officers. He was a cop. Although I never met him I knew him. He longed for his family during the long hours. He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely weekends, holidays, and midnights when they were apart. He felt guilty about the most time, but knew his calling and prayed they would understand. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father. He was dedicated tot the profession and cared about the people he served. He wanted to do the best job that he could and strive to be the best he could be. He was a good citizen and a good neighbor. He was a cop. Yes, I did know him. He was cop. He was my brother. - Anonymous
- 11. You may have noticed the small table set for one that is off on its own - it is reserved to honor our fallen Heroes. This symbolizes that they are with us, here in spirit. We should never forget the brave men and women who answered our nation's call to serve and served the cause of freedom in a special way. We are ever mindful that the sweetness of enduring peace has always been tainted by the bitterness of personal sacrifice. We are compelled to never forget that while we enjoy our daily pleasures, there are others who have endured the agonies of pain, deprivation and death. • The Table, with its place setting, is a way of symbolizing the fact that members of our profession are missing from this event. • The table is set for one, though the number is many. • The Chair is empty. They can no longer join us. • The Tablecloth is white - symbolizing the purity of their intentions to serve their communities. • The Candle is lit - symbolizing their spirit to serve. • The Glass is inverted - they cannot drink nor toast with us this day. • A slice of Lemon is on the bread plate to remind us of their bitter fate. • The single Red Rose displayed in the vase is to remind us of their families and loved ones. • The Salt upon the plate is symbolic of their tears. • The Blue Ribbon tied so prominently on the vase reminds us of the "Thin Blue Line" which stands strong before those who would destroy law and order in our great nation. Many of us served with these peace officers and called them "partner". We relied upon them; depended upon their might, and their aid. We called them "Brothers." We called them "Sisters." They watch over us still ~~ and we Honor them today Let us remember - and never forget their sacrifice. May they and their families ever be watched over and protected. Table for Fallen Heroes
- 12. For %ive days in April 2009, the world was glued to their TV screens as Captain Richard Phillips became the center of an extraordinary international drama when he was captured by Somali pirates who hijacked his ship, the %irst hijacking of a U.S. ship in more than 200 years. The hostage drama began on Wednesday, April 8th when a small band of pirates swung grappling hooks and climbed ropes from their skiff onto the Maersk Alabama, a container ship ferrying food aid to East Africa. Firing into the air as they leapt aboard the ship, many of the crew members scrambled into a designated safe room aboard the vessel. On the bridge, the pirates held four sailors at gunpoint, but the crew of 20 outnumbered the four attackers. They managed to wound the apparent leader of the pirates in the hand with an ice pick and regain control. The crew demanded the other pirates leave the ship, but the pirates had scuttled their own small boat. They demanded an escape boat, fuel and food. Captain Richard Phillips
- 13. To protect his crew, Captain Phillips made a conscious decision to put himself directly in harm's way, knowing full well that he might pay the ultimate price for his decision. Amid the standoff, he offered himself as a hostage. Once the pirates settled into one of the ship's covered lifeboats, the crew attempted to trade the pirate they had captured for Captain Phillips. After they released their captive, the pirates refused to honor the agreement and %led with nine days of food rations and Captain Phillips. Held hostage as a human shield in a small lifeboat with three pirates, he had little to hope for or cling to — except the knowledge that he had done absolutely everything he could to save the lives of the 20 sailors aboard his ship. The U.S. Navy responded to the scene, and negotiations were ongoing between the pirates and the captain of the USS Bainbridge. On Friday April 10th, Captain Phillips jumped out of the lifeboat and managed to swim a few yards toward the nearby destroyer, but the pirates went in after him and managed to haul him back in. The standoff dragged on until April 12th, when Navy SEAL snipers saw one of the pirates aim his AK-47 machine gun at Capt. Richard Phillips's back and concluded he was in “imminent danger.” President Barack Obama, who spoke with Captain Phillips by phone after he was freed, said, "I share the country's admiration for the bravery of Captain Phillips and his sel%less concern for his crew. His courage is a model for all Americans." Captain Richard Phillips is the author of A Captain’s Duty: Somali Pirates , Navy SEALs, and Dangerous Days at Sea, about his experience and his remarkable rescue. This dramatic story was also transformed into an Academy-Award and Golden-Globe nominated %ilm, Captain Phillips, which hit the big screens in fall of 2013. Captain Phillips is a graduate of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy a member of the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots Union, and a licensed American merchant mariner. He became Captain of the MV Maersk Alabama in 2009. Captain Phillips married Andrea Coggio in 1987. They have two children, Mariah and Danny and reside in Underhill, Vermont.
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