N.C. National Guard Honors Governor McCrory | Eastern North Carolina Now

Press Release:

    Raleigh, N.C.     The North Carolina National Guard has recognized Governor Pat McCrory for his dedication, leadership and support to the National Guard throughout his governorship. Adjutant General Greg Lusk, Major General of the North Carolina National Guard, presented Governor McCrory with the Meritorious Service Medal for his service to the National Guard and state of North Carolina at the Executive Mansion.

    "Protecting North Carolina's public safety as Commander of the North Carolina National Guard has been my top priority since day one," said Governor McCrory. "The Guard has served exceptionally whenever called upon and shown incredible courage and selfless leadership."


    In recent months, Governor McCrory has hailed the North Carolina National Guard for its service during civil unrest in Charlotte and Hurricane Matthew. Those events are among the many noted in the award, which states:

• "For four years of exceptionally meritorious service to the National Guard while serving as the governor of the state of North Carolina, Governor Pat McCrory distinguished himself by consistently demonstrating sound judgment, integrity, and professionalism in the face of political pressure, natural disaster, and local conflict. His steadfast leadership and resolve to levy the resources at his disposal for the benefit of his constituents and the North Carolina National Guard was admirable. Governor McCrory's high standard of commitment and governance reflect great credit upon himself, the North Carolina National Guard and the state of North Carolina."

    In addition to leading the National Guard, last year, Governor McCrory championed the Connect NC bond initiative that will invest $70 million to update three National Guard Readiness Centers.

• Contact: McCrory Communications
•     govpress@nc.gov