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Vietnam War Memorial Dedication
James "Nardie" Vine Jr. '66 May 6, 2014 5:03 PM
Randy House '67 ask that we post this announcement regarding the impending dedication of the Vietnam War Memorial for those class members that may wish to attend.
VIETNAM WAR MEMORIALDEDICATION EVENT MAY 31, 2014
You're Invited to Veterans ParkThe Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial board of directors invites you to a formal dedication of the Vietnam War Memorial along the Lynn Stuart Pathway at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex in College Station, Texas. This event is free and open to the public. The memorial will feature a UH-1D Huey Helicopter backdrop with soldiers approaching a dangerous landing zone, or "Hot LZ." This site honors all veterans of the Vietnam War and highlights the pivotal role of rotary wing aircrews during the Vietnam era.Captain Robert "Bob" HesselbeinCaptain Robert "Bob" Hesselbein will provide the event's keynote address.
Hesselbein began his military career as a U.S. Army helicopter gunship pilot flying the AH-1G attack helicopter during combat operations in Vietnam and Cambodia. He transitioned to the U.S. Air Force and later the Wisconsin Air National Guard, flying A-10 and F-16 jet fighters until retiring as a lieutenant colonel in 2000.
Hesselbein is a lifelong professional pilot and recognized aviation safety and security expert. read more
POW / MIA RecognitionFollowing the keynote address, Karoni Forrester will speak on behalf of National League of POW/MIA Families. Karoni is the daughter of U.S. Marine Captain Ronald Wayne Forrester, Texas A&M Class of '69. Ronald was officially listed as Missing in Action on Dec. 27, 1972.
DirectionsVeterans Park is located in College Station, Texas, one mile east of Hwy 6 at Harvey Rd (Hwy 30). The dedication event will be held near the south park entrance. Parking spaces are available just north of the Lynn Stuart Pathway grounds.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial honors veterans from all components of military service. The 12-acre memorial grounds include more than 22 war panels and seven statues within Veterans Park. Development at the memorial continues thanks to generous support from the cities of Bryan and College Station, Brazos County, the Arts Council of Brazos Valley, and from numerous individuals and organizations throughout the state of Texas.Virtual TourWhenSaturday, May 31, 2014
11 a.m.
Where:Veterans Park
College Station, Texas
Nardie Vine '66
VIETNAM WAR MEMORIALDEDICATION EVENT MAY 31, 2014
You're Invited to Veterans ParkThe Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial board of directors invites you to a formal dedication of the Vietnam War Memorial along the Lynn Stuart Pathway at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex in College Station, Texas. This event is free and open to the public. The memorial will feature a UH-1D Huey Helicopter backdrop with soldiers approaching a dangerous landing zone, or "Hot LZ." This site honors all veterans of the Vietnam War and highlights the pivotal role of rotary wing aircrews during the Vietnam era.Captain Robert "Bob" HesselbeinCaptain Robert "Bob" Hesselbein will provide the event's keynote address.
Hesselbein began his military career as a U.S. Army helicopter gunship pilot flying the AH-1G attack helicopter during combat operations in Vietnam and Cambodia. He transitioned to the U.S. Air Force and later the Wisconsin Air National Guard, flying A-10 and F-16 jet fighters until retiring as a lieutenant colonel in 2000.
Hesselbein is a lifelong professional pilot and recognized aviation safety and security expert. read more
POW / MIA RecognitionFollowing the keynote address, Karoni Forrester will speak on behalf of National League of POW/MIA Families. Karoni is the daughter of U.S. Marine Captain Ronald Wayne Forrester, Texas A&M Class of '69. Ronald was officially listed as Missing in Action on Dec. 27, 1972.
DirectionsVeterans Park is located in College Station, Texas, one mile east of Hwy 6 at Harvey Rd (Hwy 30). The dedication event will be held near the south park entrance. Parking spaces are available just north of the Lynn Stuart Pathway grounds.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial honors veterans from all components of military service. The 12-acre memorial grounds include more than 22 war panels and seven statues within Veterans Park. Development at the memorial continues thanks to generous support from the cities of Bryan and College Station, Brazos County, the Arts Council of Brazos Valley, and from numerous individuals and organizations throughout the state of Texas.Virtual TourWhenSaturday, May 31, 2014
11 a.m.
Where:Veterans Park
College Station, Texas
Nardie Vine '66
505 George Bush Drive
College Station, TX 77840
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