Sergeant Walesca Burgos-Lopez

Sergeant Walesca Burgos-Lopez, age 34, has served in the U.S. Army Reserve for 14 years. Her inspiration for joining the Army Reserve was her father, SFC Jose A. Burgos-Torres, a musician with the U.S. Army National Guard Army Band. Born and raised in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, Burgos-Lopez's unit is stationed in Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico.

In her military career, Burgos-Lopez is a Construction Equipment Mechanic, which is helpful in her civilian life when she or a family member experiences car troubles. As a civilian, Burgos-Lopez is employed by JMWaller Associates, who provide immense support and are incredibly proud of her representation at the April 23rd 100th Anniversary Reenlistment Ceremony.

Regarding her participation in the 100th Anniversary Reenlistment Ceremony, Burgos-Lopez says "it is like a priceless gift and recognition of my years of service and my career as a U.S. Army Reserve Soldier. For years I have worked hard to be a proud, ready and relevant U.S. Army Reserve Soldier." She is looking forward to visiting the nation's capital for the first time in her life and believes taking part in the 100th Anniversary events will only increase her pride in belonging and remaining in the Army Reserve.