Iraq Veterans Parade

[unaffiliated]

The American Legion Post 5 in Rome, Georgia is hosting a Parade for Iraq War Veterans on Saturday June 16th, 2012. A friend of mine is helping on the planning committee. He asked if anyone had a Military Truck that could be in the Parade to carry some Veterans. I told him I new a "few" people with Military Trucks. I told another member friend of mine about it, but his Duece is down for repairs. Anyone near Rome, Georgia want to drive their truck in the parade and carry some Iraq Veterans in the back? If so, send me a PM and I will get you in touch with the right people. I am posting a link to the website for more information. Thanks, CF.

Georgia Honors Iraq Veterans and their Families

 

[unaffiliated]

Isn't there anyone who would like to drive their truck in a parade in Rome, GA to Honor Iraq War Veterans? My CUCV is broke down or I would do it. Hopefully I can get it fixed in time.

 

[papabear]

Isn't there anyone who would like to drive their truck in a parade in Rome, GA to Honor Iraq War Veterans? My CUCV is broke down or I would do it. Hopefully I can get it fixed in time.

How would a Guntruck and a Fast Attack Jeep work and maybe an M1009 CUCV?

Let me know so we can plan stuff.

 

[unaffiliated]

The Proud American would be PERFECT. I will get in touch with Tom and PM you his contact information. If it is all right with you I will send him a picture of your truck. Thanks PB, I'll be back in touch shortly.

 

[wreckerman893]

I'm in.....Rome is about 40 miles east of me.

If that old phart can show up with a gun truck I can bring a big truck.

The M927 has a 20 foot bed and the troop seats and cargo cover are still in place.

PM me for contact info.

We can roll the cover up on the sides to keep the sun off of riders.

 

[unaffiliated]

PM sent to papabear and wreckerman. Thanks guys. I plan on being there. Wreckerman, you can just stop at the end of my road and pick me up on your way to Rome. From where you are, you have to go by my road to get there.

 

[wreckerman893]

I just spoke to Tom and he is sending me the registration forms and a flyer so I can put the event in my local fishwrapper.

From where you are, you have to go by my road to get there.

No prob......just shoot me a grid square between now and then.

 

[unaffiliated]

Will do. I just hope I don't end up having to work that day. That would suck.

 

[unaffiliated]

The Parade In Rome GA To Honor Iraq War Veterans Is Just One Week From Today. A group of us rode over to Wreckerman's LZ to check out the truck He so graciously agreed to bring to Rome for the Parade. Wow, is it awesome. Cant wait till next Saturday. Wreckerman, I will be in touch with details about when where what, etc. Thanks again. CF.

 

[unaffiliated]

If you are anywhere near Rome, GA next Saturday, please come out and support the troops. It is gonna be a big day.

 

[papabear]

I sent Tom an email earlier this week.

Due to mission scheduling (work) we will not be able to participate.

Maybe next time.

 

[unaffiliated]

I would like to thank Wreckerman893 for bringing his 5 ton out to the Parade. It was a big hit with the Veterans and all the spectators. It was also fun to ride in. Thanks again Richard. I also want to thank the people of Rome that came out to show their support for the Men and Women in Uniform. It was a great day.

 

[wreckerman893]

To quote myself......."it was a hoot".

I had a great time and met some good folks.

Thousands of people came out to cheer the returning Iraqi/Afgan soldiers and to honor other vets from all eras.

Here are some pics I took.

 

[unaffiliated]

I will post some pics and a video I took later on tonight. Right now, I need a short nap, then I have to cut some grass (YUCK).

 

[wreckerman893]

Some more.

 

[twright]

Sorry I missed this post . I could have brought a m35a2 and a m1009 I will have to try and get on here more .
AEC Retired Wright