Ford Salutes U.S. Troops with Truck Giveaway on May 18; Honoring the Men Who Fought for Our Freedom and Their Legacies

DETROIT--As a way of saluting U.S. troops, Ford will be giving away an all-new 2011 Ford Super Duty F-250 at Sons of the Fallen: A Live Tribute to Our Military Heroes, a touching in-theater tribute to our military and their families on Tuesday, May 18 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern / 7:00 p.m. Central / 6:00 p.m. Mountain / 8:00 p.m. Pacific (tape delayed).

Presented by the executive producer of, Extreme Makeover Home Edition, Conrad Ricketts, the show will be broadcast to nearly 500 select movie theaters for only one night. Sons of the Fallen: A Live Tribute to Our Military Heroes takes audiences on an inspiring and compelling journey to a picturesque Rocky Mountain camp where 25 boys gather to honor the memories of their fathers who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country in Iraq and Afghanistan. This uplifting event will feature live fireside discussions with the boys and celebrity camp mentors who celebrate their courage in overcoming many of life's challenges. Celebrity mentors include; The Celebrity Apprentice contestant and former professional wrestler Bill Goldberg, actor Ryan Merriman (Final Destination ) and host of Sons of the Fallen and former IndyCar racer Joey Truscelli, with musical performances by Clint Black.

For a chance to win an all-new 2011 Ford Super Duty F-250, text 339;Sons to 86535. For rules and regulations, please visit www.sonsofthefallen.com. Tickets for Sons of the Fallen: A Live Tribute to Our Military Heroes are available at participating box offices.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 176,000 employees and about 80 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and, until its sale, Volvo. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit www.ford.com.