Needing Enthusiastic Military Volunteers
By Stephen Hoff
The Virgin Valley Honor Guard Is a volunteer assignment for the Veterans of our Valley.
Assignments could include Funeral or Memorial Services, Opening Ceremonies
for Veterans that have passed on. Other activities such as walking or riding in Veteran’s Day Parades, or other Mesquite Parades as deemed appropriate for the Honor Guard participation. This is an opportunity for Veterans to put on the uniforms issued when accepted into the Honor Guard as a Veteran who has served Honorable in the Armed Forces of The United States. Anyone presently on active duty, and on authorized leave, may also participate in full uniform as a volunteer to the Honor Guard activities.
It is advised that volunteers be in such physical condition that might include standing at attention at funeral ceremonies, or march in parades if you desire.
Requirements to be selected for the Honor Guard are 1. proof that you have served and honorably discharged from the U.S. Military (DD214 required) 2. Be motivated to participate in Honor Guard activities and have pride in the uniform that will be issued to you as a member of the Honor Guard
3. Be in reasonable physical condition to represent and perform many of the Honor Guard activities.
This is a great opportunity to again serve your Country with pride. It was a great experience for me, when I was physically able, to have had the opportunity to represent the United States Military and feel the great pride to also represent those who served and died while serving.
The Honor Guard is a special honor for you to again serve your Country and will be greatly appreciated by our local Chapter.
If interested contact Bob Haywood at 801-540-2480.
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