WWII Memorial
Alabama sails into the World War II Memorial
Amy McDonald and Pam Nichols brought their second flight into the World War II Memorial. It was a cast of characters. Francis Phelps (below center), a Navy veteran and her daughter posed for me in front of the Ovet Culp Hobby quote. It’s evident that the WWII Memorial designers worked hard to be “all- inclusive” […]
Heartland Vet passes on flight
Don Dragoo, a ninety-one year old veteran passed away on the return flight. I have mixed emotions but like to think that he had an interesting day and hope his family is in some way consoled by the fact that he had a good time. His daughter was at his side. I believe this is […]
Smile you “huskers”….
As I strolled over to the World War II Memorial after greeting Bill and Evonne Wiliams at the bus, I heard a young women (left) shouting “Smile you Huskers!” . Wow!! another “serial cusser” I thought to myself… and I headed over to meet her only to find out that “huskers” has something to do […]
Evangelista!!!
MSNBC has been a friend to Honor Flight and the WWII Memorial. Jamet Shamlian did a piece with Brian Williams six weeks ago and it was rerun yesterday with the addition of an interview by Lester Holt with Chris Cosich of Long Island Honor Flight and Earl Morse. I found the interview on AOL’s website. […]
Newsletter 2009
WWII MEMORIAL: JEWEL OF THE MALL January 9, 2008 10,000 of the new edition arrive at the Bethesda warehouse. July 6, 2009. Another 10,000 of the new edition arrive. HONOR FLIGHT I have been working this winter to promote the images of the WWII Memorial and the changes it has made to the Mall. I’ve also […]
Independence
It’s the Fourth of July and I’m staying home today. I’ve seen a lot of the Mall this year and I can see the national fireworks from my roof and barbecue some Kansas City steaks…..! Congratulations and thanks to everyone I’ve met through Honor Flight this year. It has been a memorable time and I […]
“Jewel of the Mall: World War II Memorial” discounted to Veterans Groups
If you are a veterans’ group interested in purchasing “Jewel of the Mall: World War II Memorial” books as a memento for your WWII Vets, please contact the studio at srb@srbphoto.com or 202-667-1965. In September, I will be doing another printing and I assume with this gas crisis that it will tough to keep the […]
World War II Memorial Photographs Available
If you are looking for fine art of of the World War II Memorial for your home or office, framed and unframed prints of the Memorial from both the book and the overall project are available and can be ordered online. I have made arrangements with Miller Photo, one of the country’s finest labs, to […]
World War II Memorial Hints
Each column has a wreath of oak and wheat bronze and to keep the view clear across the Mall are only seventeen feet hight. The columns are placed and named in order of their entry into the union and jump from South to North sides of the World War II Memorial. Delaware was the first […]
Long Island Makes Second Trip of the Year
Chris Cosich and his Long Island group arrived at the WWII Memorial today. It’s good to see that my home turf is well-represented and active in Honor Flight. This is their second trip of the year and I believe they plan two more in the Fall. Here’s a family grouping. Honoree of the day was 1st […]
“Mad Dogs and Englishmen”
I have to admit that “photo detail” with Senator Dole at the WWII Memorial is an endurance event. He can stand in the hot sun and shake hands for half the day. He’s jostled, grabbed, poked, prodded and maintains a composure that is I guess what you’d have to call almost Presidential. He’ll make a […]
The Ground Crew… Welcome to DC!!
Diane Sinclair (right) is getting some long overdue help at the WWII Memorial. Today we want to welcome two more folks to the Honor Flight Ground Crew. They interface with our very own Ms. Manners, Judi Lemmons and time your arrival, set up chairs and make sure your veterans are comfortable. Photos today are at […]
Honor Flight Northwest Ohio at World War II Memorial
Dee Pakulski leads her group down to the Ohio Pillar for a flag ceremony and group picture at the World War II Memorial. Northwest Ohio seems to have gotten the most publicity of any Honor Flight group. Dee attributes it to her marketing group. We met at the Winter conference and while she had never […]
Chicago’s Mary Pettinato….first visit
I’ve been talking to Mary Pettinato of Chicago and watching her success in promoting Honor Flight. It was delightful to finally meet her with her group. She is seen here with Robert ____who she claimed was her “favorite veteran”….but I think she says that to all the guys!! Chicago for some reason always has a […]
Unsung Heroes
Too frequently, I overlook Jim McLaughlin, the president of Honor Flight, who specializes in Lone Eagle and TLC flights–flights for those vets who for health reasons need to travel to the World War II Memorial right away or are geographically out of reach or for some reason or another, unable to join regularly scheduled flights. […]
Touring the Bas Reliefs at the World War II Memorial
As I mentioned earlier, Senator Dole joined the veterans as Earl Morse was giving them the tour of the bas reliefs which greet the visitor from the front entrance to the World War II Memorial. The twenty four bas reliefs contain 255 figures and their construction is what lead me to initially begin this project. […]
Honor Flight Michigan again!!!
Honor Flight Michigan lead by Rick Sage was in for the sixth trip of the year. Dave Cameron must be proud!!!! It was absolutely the smoothest day of all. I got the group picture and after a flag ceremony, Earl Morse lead them off on a tour of the Memorial and Senator Dole strolled in […]
Of Note at World War II Memorial
These volunteers and soon to be graduates from Aberdeen Proving grounds showed up to say hello to the Honor Flight group. And a first for Honor Flight! Senator Dole greeted a young couple (send us your names!!) who had come down to the WWII Memorial as part of their wedding celebration. He’s active status and […]
Horsing around…
Thirty years ago, I did a story for National Geographic “Kids Magazine” about how they trained the National Park Service horses to work so closely and safely with people. The horses will put up with just about anything including fireworks underneath them, loud noises, sudden noises, explosions, traffic, riots, and are trained in the stables […]
Honor Flight Franklin County Missouri….
If you ain’t having a good time with Jim Tayon, it’s just possible you’ll never have a good time! This must be his fourth or fifth trip this year and he always looks like the cat that just got that bird!! Anyway, today he and his partners in crime, one of them being a judge, […]
Cleveland at World War II Memorial
Today was probably the most beautiful day DC has had since the last really beautiful day which was yesterday so it was with great timing that Gene O’Quinn sailed into town from Honor Flight Cleveland with 110 people. They met with Senator Dole at the World War II Memorial and held both a Wreath and […]
Dynamic Duo…
Of late, I’m feeling like the unelected “Mayor” of the WWII Memorial and tend to stroll up to folks and ask “what’s up?” Well today, Fred Smith, Veteran, decorated Marine and Founder and Chairman of Fedex was up. He had brought three Okinawa veterans and was doing a mini honor flight. And then along comes […]
Kansas and Missouri Celebrate Together
Kansas and Missouri flew in together and held ceremonies together both at the Kansas and Missouri pillars of the World War II Memorial. Senator Dole and Congressman Dennis Moore greeted the vets and spent time with children and grandchildren of the vets. The family ties that bind this country together are obvious in the pictures […]
Dave Cameron, Michigan Honor Flight Passes
From Jeff Miller on June 8th, 2008: “It is with a heavy heart and a somber tone that I must pass along the news that our Honor Flight Michigan founder and great friend, Dave Cameron, has died. Dave passed away this morning (Sun. 6/8) at 8:30 AM. There will be a viewing at Wm. Sullivan […]