| On Saturday, 31 July, 2010 at 1100 hours, Quad Cities Chapter 299, Vietnam Veterans of America will take great pride in sponsoring the dedication ceremony of the I-280 bridge which will be officially named after the Quad Cities Medal of Honor recipient, Sgt. John F. Baker, Jr.This occasion will further be honored by the dedication of the John Baker/Vietnam Veterans Monument, which will be located in front of the Jumer’s Hotel in close proximity to the flags.
The program will be held at the front entrance of Jumer’s Hotel, Rock Island, IL. John Baker and his wife, Donnell, will be our most honored guests. NFL great & VN wounded and decorated combat vet, Rocky Bleier, will deliver the keynote address. We urge all members, as well as the general public, to come and be a part of this momentous and historic occasion. The photos of the bronze sculpture of the American Eagle clutching the Medal of Honor rests atop the monument capstone. It is the symbol of America and of her strength. It rests now…but is ever vigilant and remains ready to defend our liberty. As is said, we remain the land of the free because of the brave. |
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I thought I heard that there will be an autograph session after the dedication ceremony. Is that correct. If you could send me the information I would appreciate it.
Thank you
Deanna