Thursday, June 11, 2009

Capt Sullenberger gets hero’s welcome home (video)

Updates crew appearances/videos/posts (6-8)

June 8, 2009

Capt Sullenberger returned to his birthplace and childhood homr, Dension Texas, to commemorate the 65th anniversary of D-Day and to deliver the commencement speech at his high school alma mater, Denison High.

Curious factoid: Denison (pop 22K), which is located approx 70 miles north of Dallas happens to be the birthplace and childhood home of none other than the man we remember most on D-Day: General Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Sullenberger was awarded the keys to the city and flags dlown over the Alamo

NewsDFW

  • It’s wonderful to know somebody who did something so great is from here!
  • He did something amazing for all of us – - saving all thise people
  • SULLY: I’m just glad to be welcomed back.
  • Captain Sullenberger not only landed the jet safely – but he also gave America and the world an example of professionalism and selflessness that has inspired millions,

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