The Hall of Honor recognizes the service and contributions of New Mexico’s military members and units while preserving their accomplishments for future generations of Soldiers, Airmen and New Mexicans.
Source: New Mexico National Guard (via Facebook)
Story by Spc. Joseph Scibek, 200th Public Affairs Detachment
Photos By Soldiers of the 200th Public Affairs Detachment: Courtesy
SANTA FE, N.M. – The New Mexico Military Museum recognized retired Chief Warrant Officer 5 Salvador Soto, retired Brig. Gen. Jack R. Fox, and the 804th Tank Destroyer Battalion during its eighth annual Hall of Honor induction ceremony at the New Mexico Military Museum in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Nov. 7, 2026.
“You give it your all, you put your best foot forward to make a difference,” said Soto, also a former director of the New Mexico Military Museum, reflecting on his military and civilian careers and the importance of serving without the expectation of recognition. “And if the Hall of Honor comes your way, so much the better.”
Retired Brig. Gen. Jack R. Fox, who was honored posthumously, previously served as deputy adjutant general of New Mexico and cabinet secretary of the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services. He also helped preserve the state’s military history through his involvement with the New Mexico Military Museum Foundation. His brother, Steve Fox, attended the ceremony and spoke about his brother’s lifelong dedication to service.
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"The Hall of Honor, in my mind, is one of the most important historical sources that we have," said Retired Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Sandoval, former state command chief of the New Mexico Air National Guard, "we stand on the shoulders of people that have come before us; it is super important that we save that information, save that history, and put it out there for people to learn from."
The Hall of Honor recognizes the service and contributions of New Mexico's military members and units while preserving their accomplishments for future generations of Soldiers, Airmen and New Mexicans.
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