Amateurs join Air Force Space and Missile Pioneers Hall of Fame

Two ARRL members have been inducted into the Air Force Space and Missile Pioneers Hall of Fame.

Rodney C. Pratt, K2AFK, of Holland Patent, New York, and William O. "Bill" Troetschel, W7LVO, of Saratoga, California,
also will receive the Air Force Space and Missile Pioneers Award, whichrecognizes individuals who played a significant role in the history of AirForce space and missile programs.

Pratt and Troetschel were honored during a September 1 ceremony at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado. The Air
Force Space and Missile Pioneers Award consists of an engraved trophy.

There were six honorees in 2004.

Source: ARRL Letter - courtesy of The American Radio Relay League

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