Roush Racing Supports the Troops
I was cleaning off my camera from our vacation to Chattanooga and found some photos I took a few months back that I wanted to blog about and just got busy.
In May, Roush Racing visited Redstone Arsenal. The purpose of the visit was to talk about the meshing of racing technology with the needs of the Army. Many safety features used in NASCAR have been incorporated into Army equipment and vice versa. Roush landed on the base in his own P-51D Mustang plane.
While at the Arsenal, he set aside some time to have lunch with the troops, sign autographs and answer questions. Many of the troops are avid NASCAR fans and ecstatic about the opportunity. Mr. Roush signed over 600 autographs during his visit to Redstone for both Soldiers and civilians. He signed everything from pictures, to T-shirts, to die-cast cars, and even dashboards.
Mustang fans were so happy to hear he was there that an impromptu car show started in the parking lot with over 30 Mustangs showing up during the session. One Soldier even asked Mr. Roush to sign his brand new 2008 Ford Mustang.
Here are some photos of Mr. Roush interacting with the troops at the dining facility.
I also took a moment to interview some of the Soldiers that had an opportunity to meet with him and get an autograph using my handy-dandy You Served Flip Camera. This first video is just a simple video of Jack Roush signing a Soldier’s new Mustang (how do they afford these things?)
Jack Roush Signs Soldier’s Mustang from CJ Grisham on Vimeo.
After the signing was complete, I interviewed the owner of the Mustang. I apologize that the video is unedited. I also should apologize for asking him about “Mr. Fenway”! What was that all about?! 
Interview with Mustang Owner from CJ Grisham on Vimeo.
Some close up shots of the autograph are located above.
GunnNutt
July 6th, 2009 at 11:02 amThe ‘Cat in the Hat’ (DW’s nickname) is a wonderful car owner and super Patriot!!! Thanks for sharing, CJ.
Edward Greybeck
July 9th, 2009 at 9:43 amCongrats on the Roush autograph and enjoy your Mustang.
I’m a Dersert Storm Disabled Veteran and I know what you all are going through. Stay safe, stay strong, trust your equipment, and always know we got your back here at home. Take care and “Thankyou” for your service.
Edward Greybeck “US ARMY Veteran”
Edward Greybeck
July 9th, 2009 at 9:44 amCongrats on the Roush autograph and enjoy your Mustang.
I’m a Desert Storm Disabled Veteran and I know what you all are going through. Stay safe, stay strong, trust your equipment, and always know we got your back here at home. Take care and “Thankyou” for your service.
Edward Greybeck “US ARMY Veteran”
preston walrath
July 19th, 2009 at 5:49 pmCongrats,
The US Military is the best in the world.
I served USAF 63-67 and 4 years active reserve.
Thanks to JACK ROUSH for spending time with the brave Military.
The US Army and Jack Roush are patriots.
I own a 427R that is signed by Mr. Roush.
I am one lucky guy!