This week marks the one-year anniversary of Pvt. Danny Chen's death. To remember his life, and to ensure no forgets the tragic circumstances behind his death, OCA-NY is hosting a vigil in New York City. It's happening Wednesday evening, October 3 at Union Square, South Pavilion.
Here are some more details about the vigil, and even if you can't make it, what you can to do to show your support for Danny Chen:
OCT. 3 - COMMEMORATE THE ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF PRIVATE DANNY CHEN’S DEATHFor further information, go to the Justice for Pvt. Danny Chen Facebook page.
On Oct. 3, 2011, Private Danny Chen was found dead afternnbeing hazed by six superiors.
This year, show Danny that we have his back!
On Oct. 3, 2012:
1) Call Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta: (703) 692-7100
and say: Stop Hazing, Save Lives. Rest in Peace Private Danny Chen.
2) Come to a vigil at Union Square, E. 14th Street
(South Side Pavilion), Manhattan, 5:30 p.m.
Holding helium balloons, we will fill the skies with messages for Danny!
3) Hold your own event. Share your event photos & videos on Facebook: Justice for Pvt. Danny Chen
4) Go to www.ocanational.org to sign the petition demanding army reforms.
5) Email oca-ny@oca-ny.org to attend or help mobilize people to the court-martials in Fort Bragg, North Carolina. OCA-NY is organizing free transportation from NYC to NC.