It's been a good week for J.R. Martinez. The Iraq war veteran won the Dancing with the Stars title, celebrated Thanksgiving, got a letter from U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta -- AND a personal invitation to the Pentagon! 
Panetta
congratulated the former Amy infantryman on all of his accomplishments
on the dance floor and beyond in a letter. "Over the course of this
competition, your spirit captivated the nation and your victory sends a
powerful message about the strength and resilience of our wounded
warriors," he wrote (via People.com).
Panetta
also placed a call to Martinez, praising him again for his hard work
and inspirational journey. At the end of the conversation, Martinez
received an invite to the Pentagon. Apparently plans are currently in
the works to make that meeting happen.
Martinez, who was badly burned when his vehicle hit a roadside bomb in Iraq in 2003, credits his military training for helping him prepare for the show.
Martinez, who was badly burned when his vehicle hit a roadside bomb in Iraq in 2003, credits his military training for helping him prepare for the show.
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