The soldiers, all of whom are from West Michigan, were given an emotional send-off Sunday at a departure ceremony for the community — sun shining, flags flying, applause and tears abundant in nature — on Montague High School’s football field.
Grand Traverse County Traverse City, MI
The soldiers, all of whom are from West Michigan, were given an emotional send-off Sunday at a departure ceremony for the community — sun shining, flags flying, applause and tears abundant in nature — on Montague High School’s football field.
“I’m honored. I am extremely humbled … and I’m haunted by the men and the memories.” ~ James Alls, last known living crew member of the U.S.S. Flier.
Female veterans will especially benefit because the expanded clinic will offer gynecological care, currently only available in Grand Rapids.
He died during the Pearl Harbor attack; his remains were identified using DNA technology.
Whitehall Products donated $4,500 worth of work.