U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has named a former mayor of Daleville, Alabama as his December Veteran of the Month.
In a statement announcing the news, Tuberville pointed to Lieutenant Colonel Claudia Wigglesworth’s extensive experience in the armed forces and tremendous impact on her home community as the reasons behind the veteran’s selection for the award.
“Claudia used her leadership skills in several different roles within the military, including as a company commander in the Gulf War, at the Pentagon, at the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, and as Inspector General for Fort Jackson in South Carolina,” Tuberville said. “She says that one of her most rewarding roles was serving as a Recruiting Battalion Commander following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.”
“Her parting legacy was helping ensure that America was equipped with the manpower to defend itself following that day. Claudia retired from the military in 2005 after 23 years of service. She and her husband Charlie—also an Army veteran—decided to move back home to Daleville.”
We often think of the holiday season as a time for giving.
Lieutenant Claudia Wigglesworth of Daleville exhibits this spirit of generosity all year long.
It’s my honor to recognize her as the December “Veteran of the Month.” pic.twitter.com/7HHUOU89Op
— Coach Tommy Tuberville (@SenTuberville) December 4, 2024
Wigglesworth, according to Tuberville, “exhibits the spirit of generosity” year-round.
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“Claudia began giving of her time and talents to make her community a better place by organizing a food drive and environmental projects that still take place every year. She decided to run for City Council, before running and being elected as the Mayor of Daleville. Claudia’s leadership during her tenure as mayor proved instrumental in expanding Daleville’s Flight School Training Support Services, solidifying Daleville as the home of the largest helicopter simulation training center in the world.”
Additionally, Wigglesworth volunteers countless hours with numerous regional organizations that help those in need in the Wiregrass and across the state. Claudia is also the District Chair for the Lions Club International Foundation and is a Trustee for VFW Post 6020.
Austen Shipley is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @ShipleyAusten
