Military Leaders, Entertainers and Washington Elite Salute the USO’s 70 Years of Service at the 2011 Gala

USO honors five Service Members, Volunteer of the Year and Spirit of the USO Recipients Gen. James Jones and Diane JonesWashington D.C. (Oct. 6, 2011) At the 2011 USO Gala, First Lady Michelle Obama welcomed the more than 1,000 esteemed guests who among them included Washington dignitaries, service members and USO volunteers. The taped message from the First Lady kicked off the annual event held to pay tribute to extraordinary service members and the dedicated volunteers that care for them. The First Lady saluted the USO for its 70 years of service and said she and Dr. Jill Biden are proud