04/29/2026
May is Gold Star Awareness month, a tribute to our heroes and a reminder to never forget their service and sacrifice.
Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLCFS) had the honor of hosting the Hampton Roads chapter of the American Gold Star Mothers annual Virginia department meeting at Drexler Manor Conference Center, Apr. 25.
Vice Adm. Scott Gray, Commander, Navy Installations Command, was in attendance and provided remarks. He also had the opportunity to meet with the Gold Star mothers. VADM Gray is on the Department of War Gold Star Mother Task Force.
Capt. Katie Jacobson, Commanding Officer, JEBLCFS, hosted the event as well as provided introductory remarks.
The American Gold Star Mothers organization is a community of mothers who have lost a son or daughter in the service of our Nation. Their strength, resilience, and unwavering commitment to honoring our fallen heroes while supporting one another and our veterans is truly inspiring. We are deeply grateful for their sacrifice and their continued dedication to our military community.
Visit navygoldstar.com to learn more.