More ‘Ugandans’ shunning UPDF to join US army
By Norman S. Miwambo
11th April 2011
Ugandan born US Marine Frank Musisi
Two Ugandans were among the hundreds of US marines who completed a military education course at the Quartermaster Centre and School at Fort Lee, Virginia, this paper can reveal.
Speaking to this newspaper from his Federal Avenue, Sustainment Command Office-Los Angeles, Capt. Frank Musisi, himself a Ugandan born US Marine, revealed that Fredrick Mwanje and Martin Kasule graduated on March 25th and April 1st respectively.
“…These two soldiers have now completed their training and will proceed to their home bases in Kansas and Hawaii. It is good to have such brave men to acquire modern skills that will enable them to serve the entire world. America is a great nation and no doubt they have gained experience and commitment to protect our homeland and anywhere to keep the world free of terror”, Musisi said.
Capt. Musisi also said he has requested both Fredrick Mwanje and Martin Kasule to come to Los Angeles to share their experiences in the U.S. Army with the larger Ugandan Community. Both Mwanje and Kalule took advantage of a mentorship program to enlist in the United States Army.
When asked why Ugandans were abandoning their own country to serve in the U.S army instead, Capt. Frank Musisi seemed to suggest that the responsibility for fighting terrorism rests with every country in the world; not just America.
“…It’s not only America’s responsibility. Every citizen, wherever he/she may be, should forget the cheap tendency and help our commitment to put an end to extremism and terrorism. So when you see such brave men coming out to support our crusade, it is a bonus to every human being interested in a safer world. We are very proud of their achievement and confident that they will excel in their career in the U.S. Army”, Capt. Musisi said.
The newly qualified US Marines have however pledged to continue serving the Ugandan community; especially the Kasubi Royal Tombs Restoration Fund. END. Please login to www.ugandacorrespondent.com every Monday to read our top stories and anytime mid-week for our news updates.
