Motivational speaker retired Army Lt. Col. Terrance A. Garrick delivers an impassioned speech in front of soldiers, airmen and civilian staff at the North Carolina National Guard Joint Force Headquarters for a black history celebration by the USO of North Carolina here, Feb. 27. Eugene Weeks, the mayor pro-tem of Raleigh, who acted as host, introduced Garrick and Ashley Mills, Miss North Carolina USA 2013. Garrick's speech was a blend rhyme, rhythm, humor, and passion, all with patriotism and purpose. "Know your history, know your worth," said Garrick. (U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard)