It has been nearly 15 years since Army Sgt. Adrian Hike of Ralston was killed in action in Afghanistan, and his former commanding officer is honoring his and
(The Center Square) – A retired U.S. Army colonel is paying tribute to six paratroopers killed in action in Afghanistan, including one from Illinois, by going on a monumental bike ride. Chris Kolenda embarked from Nebra.
Biking 1,700 miles cross country is a feat enough on its own, but when you hear why one Milwaukee man is taking on the journey, you’ll understand why it’s so important.
U.S. Army Col. Chris Kolenda (Ret.) plans to travel 1,700 miles to each of the final resting places for six paratroopers in his unit who died in Afghanistan.