In the common area of VFW Graham Memorial Post 8567, a “welcome home” table has been carefully laid: white plate, red napkin, and red flower in a black vase circled by a thin yellow ribbon. The table will stay forever set in honor of Danny Lee Widner, who left for Vietnam at age 25 and has yet to return. Staff Sgt. Widner, U.S. Army, was a 1961 graduate of … [Read more...] about Never-Ending Salute – Memorial Day 2019
Veterans
Veterans Treatment Courts Offes Renewed Hope, Fresh Start
Editor’s Note: On Aug. 28, the Liberty County Commissioners Court passed a resolution to establish a Veterans Treatment Court (VTC) program, as reported in our December 2018 issue. Spencer Walker, a combat veteran who has received services from a VTC, played a role in establishing the program. County Progress would like to thank Mr. Walker for sharing his story.
Howdy from Houston! My name is Spencer Walker; I grew up in Jackson, Miss., and Sugar Land, Texas. My parents retired from MEDVAMC (Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center), with 53-plus years of service. My father is my personal hero, a decorated U.S. Air Force and Vietnam veteran and an Air Medal recipient who is buried at Houston National Cemetery. I am truly humbled by my … [Read more...] about Veterans Treatment Courts Offes Renewed Hope, Fresh Start
Central Texas Veterans Memorial
Camp Bowie Site Offers Sacred Spot for Remembrance By Julie Anderson Editor “To those men from Brown County who rendered valiant service in the World War. Who feared not; who believed in the sacred principles upon which this republic is founded; who preferred death to slavery; who signified a willingness to give their lives and perpetuate democracy, this monument is … [Read more...] about Central Texas Veterans Memorial
When Boys Became Men
When Boys Became Men Commissioner, Former Tank Commander, Recalls Thick of Battle “Particularly noteworthy were his actions on 25 August 1968 when his platoon came in contact with a large, well-entrenched enemy force while conducting a search and clear operation. While assaulting the hostile positions, Sergeant Melton's and the adjacent tank were in a turning … [Read more...] about When Boys Became Men
Van Zandt County Memorial 11 Years in the Making Nears Completion
Never Forgotten – Kneeling Soldier Van Zandt County Memorial 11 Years in the Making Nears Completion By Julie AndersonEditor Mission: To create and perpetuate a Memorial that honors the Sons and Daughters of Van Zandt County, Texas, who left to fight for freedom and never returned, with a place of beauty and reverence where families and comrades can find peace in the … [Read more...] about Van Zandt County Memorial 11 Years in the Making Nears Completion