SGT Golding came to the US from Australia in 2002, and joined her current unit in 2005 as a percussionist and lead vocalist. After winning the Military Idol competition in 2006, SGT Golding has been asked to perform in a number of high profile events.These include sporting events such as Nationals, DC United, and Capitals games as well as the season opener for the Redskins in 2008.Other performances include Radio City Music Hall, the 2007 Army Birthday Ball, the 2008 Cherry Blossom Parade, the 2008 Independence Day parade, and many more performances for the USO and throughout the DC Area.Click here to view a video of SGT Vicki Golding!

My name is SFC Sean Bennett I am a member of the US Army, Field Artillery Branch and Airborne Community in Fort

Richardson Alaska.. I have a beautiful 13 year old daughter named Makenzee Rose that is in Oklahoma with her mom. I have been in the military just shy of 15 years and plan to make a career out of my choice in life.

While in the US Army, I have been deployed to Cuba and Iraq.

My injuries occurred as I was ambushed with a small portion of my platoon in Karbala Iraq. The insurgents bought American Army Combat Uniforms and made their way thru Iraq Army and Police check points into are command center. We were then engaged with a 15 to 20 insurgent element for about 45 minutes at close range. I was shot in the left Bicep

and received some grenade damage as well.

I have been awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Combat Action Badge, Airborne Wings, Air Assault Wings, Pathfinder Badge and Drill Sergeant Badge.

Since I have been home, I completed Casualty Affairs for my Brigade and helped render honors to over 40 Soldiers that have given the ultimate sacrifice for the country. I was sent to Norfolk Virginia, where I sang with Billy Ray Cyrus and will have a CD come out later this year. In my off time, I run a boat out of Ninilchik, Alaska; where I myself, have put many a wounded warrior into some great fishing and outdoor living. I would like to have the chance to see Texas, my home again and do some great hunting with some great warriors and the people that are trying to help us heal in body and mind. Thank you for allowing me to take some of your time.

This year's journey began with Daniel returning home safely to his wife and family after a 15-month tour in Iraq.Daniel continues to reflect on the adversity he faced, yet he is also thankful for theopportunities he was given to glorify God in the midst of war. With Jesus as his strength, Daniel committed his talents to do the Lord's work as much as his military duty allowed him. He accomplished this by playing and singing at church services, prayer breakfasts and the US Embassy. The highlights of his performances came when he played for fellow soldiers to help boost morale. Daniel not only received a Certificate of Appreciation for "bringing a touch of class to the battalion" during his tour in Iraq, but he also won the 10-week Blackjack Idol competition, held by Blackjack, the 1st Cavalry Division's 2nd Brigade.

Daniel's most notable accomplishment this year is his appearance on NBC's America's Got Talent Season 3. Months of exposure on this live talent show helped Daniel gain an enormous increase in his fan base