LOOK: Blackhawk lands on AU campus for Military Appreciation Week

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November 16, 2024

Auburn University is celebrating Military Appreciation Week on campus and The Plains had a very special visitor in honor of the occasion.

A Blackhawk helicopter landed on campus for students to see, something that was no doubt an incredible experience for all. You can see video published by Auburn’s social media team here:

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The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps held the display on the Nichols Lawn for students to be able to see a Blackhawk helicopter up close.

Michael Brauner is a Senior Sports Analyst and Contributing Writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @MBraunerWNSP and hear him every weekday morning from 6 to 9 a.m. on “The Opening Kickoff” on WNSP-FM 105.5, available free online.

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