World War II Veterans Honored
Nov 11, 2012
November 7th, 2012 was a day Clint Andrews will always remember. That was the day he joined 100 World War II Veterans, flying out of Columbia, South Carolina, on an Honor Flight bound for Washington, DC. Clint was picked up in the wee hours of the morning, driven to Columbia, and escorted the entire day. The veterans visited the World War II Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Clint is a young 94 years old, and he was joined by veterans from age 85 to 97. To date, over 81,000 soldiers have taken advantage of this privilege. I am proud of Clint. He is a man that stands above most men you will ever meet. He is a man of honor, integrity, courage, and love. I am sure these traits are true of most all the men who joined him on November 7th, but, to me, Clint stands taller.
Upon returning to Columbia for each veteran to begin their trek home, the celebration continued. This was in stark contrast to their return from war in 1945. During those days, the brave men were met by a relative or two, but no fan fare greeted them. However, on November 7th, 2012, these 100 men returned to the airport in Columbia, SC to a throng of people with police escort! Clint said, “It was like returning from the war!”
WAY TO GO, CLINT! You so deserve the special acclaim you received that day. By the way, you are still one more good looking solider. Thank you for making America a place I can call home! Hope that gives you Something To Ponder.
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