Yellowhammer Times

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has recognized U.S. Army Sergeant Michael Thorin of Gardendale as the September “Veteran of the Month.” In a video message, Senator Tuberville highlighted Thorin’s 19 years of service in both the Army and the Army National Guard, including deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq where he served as a medic, cavalry scout, and communications specialist.

“It’s hard to truly comprehend just all that our veterans face, even after returning home from the battlefield. They often bring home some form of scars—both visible and invisible—that they carry with them for the rest of their lives.

That is true for Michael Thorin of Gardendale. After enlisting in the Army at 17 years old, he spent the next 19 years putting the safety of others above his own both in the Army and the Army National Guard. Michael went on two overseas deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq where he worked as a medic, cavalry scout, and a communications specialist.

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He is a true hero, and words fall short in relaying our gratitude for his service. September is Veterans Suicide Awareness Month, and we appreciate Michael reminding us of the need to support the men and women who’ve served in our military all year long. It is my honor to recognize Sergeant Michael Thorin as the September ‘Veteran of the Month.’”

Senator Tuberville recognizes an Alabama veteran each month for their contributions to their community. Residents can nominate veterans by submitting information to Senator Tuberville’s office via email at press_office@tuberville.senate.gov.

Senator Tuberville serves Alabama in the United States Senate and sits on several committees, including Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP, and Aging.