SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. -- New York Army National Guard Brig. Gen. Michael Swezey, commander of the 53rd Troop Command in Valhalla, N.Y., presents the winner's trophy to horse owner Kenneth Ramsey and jockey Julien Leparoux following the successful finish of the racehorse called "Headache" during the Army National Guard race at the Saratoga Springs racetrack on Sept. 2. The day was billed as "Proud to be an American" day at the track, with military displays and free admission for veterans and servicemembers. Photo by Lt. Col. Richard Goldenberg.
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