SHEEPDOGS, WWR, AND FRIENDS VISIT MARINES – 3/08/09
The Sheepdogs joined the Warriors Watch Riders, A Hero’s Welcome, Leatherneck Motorcycle Club, and other friends in saluting the U.S. Marine Corps Bridge Company B at their drill center in Folsom, PA. About 200 patriots came to wish them well and thank them as they prepare for their upcoming deployments overseas.
Goldwing (WWR Ride Captain) and I were allowed to say a few words to the Marines. We told them we were proud of their service and how important it is to America and our freedom. We formed a huge flag line for them to drive past as they left their base. It was a magnificent wall of red, white, and blue. Special thanks to VFW Post 938 in Folsom for hosting an outstanding ”meet and greet” with the Marines.
Thanks also to the wives and loved ones for being there today and letting us thank them for all they do to keep America strong and free. At the end, we all sang the National Anthem, recited the Pledge of Allegiance, and said a prayer for our troops’ protection and success. Thanks to all who came out to support these warriors who do the job that must be done.
Photos by Sean Carpenter, see more of Sean’s amazing pictures here
Sorry I couldn’t attend- but I see a whole lot of Sheepdogs there! What a wonderful turnout by all!
Bless the Marines of Bridge Company B
Comment by Trish — March 9, 2009 @ 8:58 am
rich:
what an absolutely great thing for you and your fellow sheepdogs to have done, honoring these marines before they deployed for duty. these great young men and women who serve and protect our country, and who help spread liberty and prosperity and freedom wherever they go, deserve to be honored in such a fashion. it brings tears to my eyes, … , the contribution and service of these marines, and the honor you bestow upon them by such an event.
they are great americans. you and your friends are great americans.
i am proud to know you, and call you friend.
john jay
milton freewater, oregon usa
Comment by john jay — March 9, 2009 @ 12:17 pm
I am so sorry I was not there. I am so very thankful for all of our men and women in the service and what they are doing to keep us all safe at home. I am proud of all of them and am so thankful that there was such a great turnout to honor them yesterday. God Bless Our Troops
Evie
Comment by Evie Kromer — March 9, 2009 @ 7:08 pm
It was an awesome day filled with AWESOME Marines! God Bless America!!!!!!
Comment by Summer — March 10, 2009 @ 7:34 am
THANK YOU SHEEPDOGS! What an amazing day and an honor to be in your presence! The men were honored and thrilled to see you all there. I was touched beyond words. I set out to film you all singing the National Anthem and had so much trouble holding the camera still between wiping the tears from my eyes – there truly are no words. Love to you all and I can’t wait to see you again soon!
Jean
Comment by Jean — March 13, 2009 @ 9:03 am
Thanks Jean! It was a moving day for both sides (us outside and Marines inside). We strengthened each other.
The Marines of Bridge Company B will be in our hearts, minds, and prayers forever.
We know that they will do what they’ve been trained to do and we will be here standing behind them watching their backs at home.
Comment by Rich Davis — March 13, 2009 @ 9:51 am
[...] year ago the Marines of Bridge Company B were preparing to go to Iraq. The wife of the CO asked if we could come to one of their drills so [...]
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