Governor Gianforte Honors Huntley Veteran

Gov. Gianforte honoring Charles Noland at Huntley Project Museum

• March 08 2024

HUNTLEY, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte recognized Major Charles Noland yesterday with the 2023 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation Award.

"It is an honor to pay tribute to Major Noland for his service to our country,” Gov. Gianforte said. “He selflessly served and sacrificed in defense of our freedom overseas, and then continued a legacy of service in his community when he returned home. He is a shining example of the character that drives our state and our nation forward.”

Gov. Gianforte honoring Charles Noland in Huntley

Noland served in the U.S. Army, retiring after 20 years. In retirement, he spends his time running a successful veterinary practice while also giving back to his community. He is a Senior Vice Commander for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7407 and a Commander with the American Legion Post. In both roles, he leads Honor Guards at parades and funerary ceremonies. Noland also volunteers with conservation group Pheasants Forever as well as the Boy and Girl Scouts of America. His community activity extends to Huntley Project Schools, where he is a substitute teacher and teaches a course on military service to high school seniors.

Community members turned out in honor of the veteran during a ceremony at the Huntley Project Museum.

The Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation recognizes outstanding Montana veterans who have selflessly served our country in uniform and made a positive impact in their community. 31 veterans received the award in 2021 and 51 veterans received the award in 2022.

39 recipients of the 2023 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation will be honored this year with a ceremony and receive a special commemorative flag flown over the Montana State Capitol in their honor. 

More information about the Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation may be found at recognizeveterans.mt.gov.

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