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Home of the Brave – 11/11/18
Capt. John H. “Lucky” Luckadoo John Luckadoo was born March 16, 1922 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. For John, the climate made it a depressing area to be raised as a boy and he longed to leave one day. Set on the … Continue reading
Letters from War and Home
In honoring Veterans Day, we also recognize the human toll on separated families and those who serve. Our soldiers, and those cherished by them, express their current existence, their love and dearest thoughts, and perhaps final expressions of hope and regret in letters from … Continue reading
Honoring Our Veterans
For Love of Country They Serve They Sacrifice and We Honor Their Commitment Their Valor In Gratitude For Our Freedom Veterans Day 2014 ————————— “Never in the history of the world has anyone sacrificed more for the freedom and liberty of all “ … Continue reading
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Family Veterans
Whether at present or in years long past, so many of us are families of veterans. Their commitment and service is a legacy to succeeding generations on true values in life – honoring your country, as well as your family. In a sacrifice repeated through time, … Continue reading
“We stand on the backs of their sacrifice. Their history is our tradition, as long as there are Americans to remember…”
On a cold and rainy Veterans Day in 2000, a crowd of over a thousand people gathered at the Ellis County Civic Center in Waxahachie, Texas. They came in tribute to veterans past and present to dedicate a beautiful monument … Continue reading
Modern Day Memorial
Creating a modern-day monument for Ellis County veterans was an ongoing process over many years. Like many small towns across America, life centered on the town square and Waxahachie was no exception. As a child in the 1960’s, one resident noticed the only … Continue reading
