Patriot Guard members come in all shapes, sizes and ages. If you love this country and want to show support for our military and their families I implore you to join the Patriot Guard. It cost you nothing but I guarantee you'll be paid overwhelmingly.
Several law enforcement agencies including the Smyrna Airport Police, Manchester Police and the Tennessee Highway Patrol helped the Patriot Guard escort our heroes back home. The people of Manchester and their Fire, Ambulance and Law Enforcement were out along the highway to welcome these Soldiers.
Coming down the highway into Tullahoma we began to see more and more people along the roads all waving and holding flags and signs. One lady that I noticed as we passed was mouthing the word WOW to her husband as all the bikes rolled by. I think she pretty well summed it up.
People were coming out of churches and restaurants to wave and show respect for these soldiers. Some of the most touching sights for me were all the old WWII era men standing at attention and saluting as we passed. The greatest generation that we've known are the most appreciative of all. These men saved the world. If you want to be humbled ride just one Patriot Guard mission.
Tullahoma went all out for these Heroes. As we entered the city they had two of their Fire Bucket trucks making an arch across the road. People of all ages, shapes and sizes were waving flags, signs and yellow ribbons. They had been told that when they heard the rumble of the thundering Patriot Guard escort that their soldiers would be home.
I'm proud to be an American. I hope in some small way that these Men and Women feel the love and admiration that I along with so many more Americans have for them.
THANK YOU BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN, THANK YOU!
Ronman
16 comments:
Wow, I can say that I love this country and have a brother in the Corp that has been overseas twice and I love to see support for our troops like this. I am so proud of our soldiers for what they do for us to sleep draped in freedom every night as they stand watch over us. God Bless America and our Beloved Troops. Thanks Ron for some great photos.
Thank you so much for sharing this with us. The pictures brought tears to my eyes. Words can't even describe the gratitude I have for those who serve our country and those at home who do what they can to support them. Thanks again!
Awesome shots, Ron! Thank you so much for being there and shooting! You can really tell the wind by the flag pictures, and the surprise looks on the soldiers faces when they saw all the bikes and flags there just for them! It was an awesome way to spend Mother's Day! Thank You for all your help! I am glad you made it home safely!
Dreamcatcher
WOW is the way I felt after reading this entry. Left me with goose bumps.
That's just awesome Ronman, it really is.
After the feedback I got from you, KTDID, and Dean on my "One for the Troops" post, I joined the MA Patriot Guard. You guys were my inspiration to do more than just talk about supporting our troops.
I'm looking forward to doing my first mission.
Great post!
Amen Ronman. I signed up for the Patriot Guard Riders because of the post. Awesome picts!
Oh Ronman, you NAILED it. Your photos are awesome, and your writing says it all. I'm proud of you!!!!! Yeah, what you said about your pics, I agree :)
Woohoo! :)
Hey Ronman, Joker sent me the link to this post. My husband just rode with the PGR for the 1st time yesterday, and I felt compelled to post about it on my blog.
Great post, great pics. And I agree...no matter how you feel about the war, or what your political views are, every single American should be honoring our heroes in any way they can. Nice job!
All I can do is ditto the previous comments. I'm very proud that we still have some great Americans that show support for our Armed Forces. Great story, and great pics. Thanks Ronman. Lady R
Great post Ronman! God Bless America and God Bless the 1175th Transportation Company! And thank you for being a Patriot Guard member and honoring our Troops and our Fallen Heroes the way you do.
IHG
Hey, RonMan,
Thanks for posting this. Rest assured I'll be checking out the patrior Guard, myself. I have a very deep respect & appreciation for the men & women who volunteer to protect our country, and our freedom. It's great to see people here standing up for them. Nice Job!
The missions I've ridden with the PG have made me appreciate our brave soldiers even more. What more can be said? You all nailed it!
I think "WOW" pretty much sums it all up. God Bless America!
Thanks for the great page. I am from the 1175th and it was an impressive show when we returned home. Thanks for all you do!
What an honor it is to have you comment on this post. Thanks to you in the 1175th and all our service Men and Women for what you do for the world.
Ronman
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