Employee send-off is a salute to all who serve

Topeka Kansas Data Collection Technician, Lee Smith got a little extra when he was at the Wichita P&DC for training.

Smith who is also a Staff Sergeant in the Kansas Army National Guard 778th Transportation Squadron, will soon be departing for his second tour in Iraq in September. He was given a surprise sendoff at the plant by the American Legion Riders who arrived on their motorcycles bearing US Flags.

The riders presented Smith with a "We Support Our Troops" banner signed by Legion Riders and Postal Employees to take with him to Iraq. Smith was also given a Rider challenge coin for appreciation for his service. "It was very nice" said Smith, "I plan to send photos back of the banner hanging in Iraq."