The American Patriot Program Honor Event - November 12th:
On November 12th I had the honor of being able to present 4 American Patriot Awards to combat wounded veterans from WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and Iraqi Freedom. I had nominated these four individuals for the award, and the presentation was held at the Willmar Auditorium during the Veterans Day Observance.
Each recipient was given the American Patriot Award, a certificate to Applebee's, a certificate to McMillan's in Willmar, a fleece cover for their bat, a handmade fleece throw with their branch of service, and a certificate from Governor Tim Pawlenty's office for their service and recognition for the presentation of the award to them.
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See photos below for the November 12th event:
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The presentations laid out, ready to go to the recipients.
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Certificate of recognition from Govenor Pawlenty's office being read.
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The four recipients from left: John Housenick (OIF), Ron Mackedanz (Vietnam), Glen Gauer (Korea), and Alfred Marcus (WWII).
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The items presented to the American Patriots.
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Close up of the American Patriot Award bat.
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One of the fleece blankets. This one was presented to an Army veteran.
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