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Honoring Asian-Pacific Heroes: A Heartfelt Luncheon

7/5/2025

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On May 19, a heartfelt luncheon in San Francisco brought together the Defense Department and the Federal Asian Pacific American Council to honor the invaluable contributions of Asian-Pacific Americans. Keynote speaker David S.C. Chu celebrated nine service members for their dedication to diversity, while remembering the sacrifices of heroes like Army Spc. Roger Ling, who lost his life in Iraq.

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On May 19, a heartfelt luncheon in San Francisco brought together the Defense Department and the Federal Asian Pacific American Council to honor the invaluable contributions of Asian-Pacific Americans. Keynote speaker David S.C. Chu celebrated nine service members for their dedication to diversity, while remembering the sacrifices of heroes like Army Spc. Roger Ling, who lost his life in Iraq.