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May 31, 2005
San Jacinto Democratic Brigade Memorial Event
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Here is a short report of an event that I had the privelege to be a part of.
The volunteers of the San Jacinto Democratic Veterans Brigade read the names of the soldiers killed in Afghanistan and Iraq and planted a flage for each one. After 5 1/2 hours the last flag was planted, the last name read and white roses donated by a passerby was placed at the last flag.
Taps was played.
And we were dismissed.
The volunteers removed the flags (due to insurance reasons) and then returned at 5:00am to replant the flags for the day. The event was held in Sam Houston Park in downtown Houston. The flags were visible from the high rise towers surrounding the park.
The Brigade did an absolutely fantastic job.
Posted by John Cobarruvias at May 31, 2005 07:23 PM | Permalink
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I just wanted to extend a big, heartfelt warm thank you to all who participated in this event to remember our nation's fallen soldiers. I am a Gold Star Mother who appreciates what you have done. This memorial really meant a lot to me and my family. Keep up the good work!
Amy Branham
Posted by: Amy Branham at June 1, 2005 09:44 AM
I was there and was quite moved by the carpet of flags. Another post about it on Great Smoky. More pictures too here.
Posted by: Wordjunky at June 2, 2005 03:22 PM