America's Army Real Heroes

Featuring Sergeant First Class John Adams!

Heroes are people of distinguished courage or ability, admired for their brave deeds and noble qualities. The America's Army Real Heroes program puts a face on some of the exceptional Soldiers who are at the forefront in the defense of freedom.

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SFC John Adams with HANK!
SFC John Adams will be joining Hank's Hometown Tour at three upcoming county fairs! Come out to say hi!

• July 16, 2008 from 6-8pm at the Johnson County Fair
• July 17, 2008 from 6-8pm at the Hamilton County Fair
• July 30, 2008 from 6-8pm at the Morgan County Fair
Biography of SFC John Adams

STAFF SERGEANT JOHN B. ADAMS: BRONZE STAR RECIPIENT
Staff Sergeant Adams interdicted three Anti-Iraqi Forces, and his efforts resulted in the confiscation of numerous small arms and explosive ordinance...

"THE YOUNG OUTDOORSMAN"
It was fortunate for John Adams that Hillsboro, Illinois, had a lot of wide-open spaces. The woods and fields outside of town became his boyhood playground. Fishing, hunting, camping and playing with his friends kept him busy throughout the year, and the many nearby lakes provided cool fun in the summer.

So it was somewhat surprising that John wasn't more upset when his parents decided to move to Florida before he started high school. Sure, he was sad to leave his friends behind in Hillsboro, but he also was filled with positive anticipation.

I've never minded change, and I was always looking for some new adventure, some new excitement.

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