“A Night to Honor Heroes”

I had a wonderful evening in Gettysburg this past Friday…
I attended the Congressional Medal of Honor Concert at the Pennsylvania Monument, right on the Gettysburg Battlefield.
I sponsored one of the recipient names for the new Granite Memorial in front of the David Wills House; as a thank you, I was invited to this memorable night of music and recognition for our country’s living heroes.
Many attended in person, some came wheeled in wheelchairs. Even heroes cannot win against the battle of old age and disability. But heroes they still are, and we received them as such.
My sponsorship placed the name of John Hawk, veteran of WWII, at the memorial. I have photos of it here.
The President’s Marine Band and the West Point Glee Club provided the entertainment. It couldn’t have been better. Gunnery Sergeants Kevin Bennear and Sara Dell’Omo took us on a tour down Memory Lane, with Big Band standards. The West Point Glee Club offered Civil War songs, so poignant under the glow of the Pennyslvania Monument. “Tenting on the Old Camp Ground” was hauntingly beautiful.
The evening started with a round of WWII Howitzers…..the evening ended with a round of spectacular fireworks above the Hallowed Grounds.
These heroes deserved a place of respect; they deserved a night of gratitude and honor and fun. I am proud to say, Gettysburg fulfilled all.
Respectfully,
Shirl Knobloch
Gettysburg