Country star headlines free concert Published April 4, 2011 Team Eglin Public Affairs EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- Country music star Craig Morgan will headline a free concert here on April 15 in support of the military. The concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. in Hangar 102 and is open to all Department of Defense identification card holders. The concert is part of the Jack Daniel's/USO "Toast to the Troops" event. Since 2005, the Jack Daniel Distillery has been collecting personal messages of support in the form of "toasts" to include in USO care packages, and has hosted 13 other "stuffing parties" at military installations across the country. More than 150,000 care packages have been sent to our troops through the "Toast to the Troops" program. Mr. Morgan, a ten-year Army veteran, has been a part of all 13 previous events dating back to 2005. He is a recipient of the USO Merit Award and has made nine overseas trips to entertain our U.S. troops. "I've been honored to be part of the Toast to the Troops program since it began six years ago and it's always inspiring for me to perform for our troops and their families," said Morgan. "Having been there, I know how much it means to receive a care package out in the field and to know that you are supported. Our troops, their spouses and families sacrifice so much, and I'm glad to get the chance to let them know how much we value their efforts." One of country music's best-loved artists, Morgan has made a name for himself with massive radio airplay of his signature hits: "Bonfire," "Almost Home," "Redneck Yacht Club," "That's What I Love About Sunday" (Billboard's most-played country songs of the year in 2005) and "International Harvester." Craig received one of country music's highest honors when was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. Prior to becoming a country music star, Craig Morgan spent more than 10 years of active duty in the Army and additional years in the Army Reserves. Adding to his diverse list of talents, Morgan is also the host of "Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors," the Outdoor Channel's #1 rated Saturday morning hunting show.