US Marine Corps Lance Cpl Jose Gasca, attentively awaits the start of the Wounded Warrior Ride at Andrews Air Force Base on May 1, 2009. The wounded warriors rode from Andrews to Annapolis, MD.,, as a part of a four day event to raise awareness fo issues that veterans are challenged with when they return wounded from the war and for many, the soldier ride provides an important step in their return to an active lifestyle. (US Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keyonna Fennell)