Exchange Club of Niceville will host its third annual “Field of Valor” at the City of Niceville Mullet Festival grounds September 10 through September 17, 2016.
The Field of Valor will pay tribute to all fallen heroes (since 9/11/01) from the State of Florida, who served in Iraq and Afghanistan and paid the ultimate price in our continued war on terrorism. The 348 large American flags, posted atop 8 ft. poles, will be displayed in perfect rows and columns in the grassy field at the north end of the Mullet Festival grounds. Each flag will bear the name of the serviceman or woman who gave their life in the current conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. The flags will be arranged alphabetically by last name. Attendees and visitors will be able to pay their respects and honor these heroes from the State of Florida.
This year’s Field of Valor will have a replica of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The detailed, half-sized replica tomb is a monument dedicated to American service members who have died without their remains being identified. The original is located in Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier will be available for viewing on Sept. 10 only.
How can you get involved? Individuals, clubs or businesses can become event sponsors or flag sponsors. The cost is $25 per flag. Sponsors may keep the flag, if they wish. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Eglin AFB Fisher House.
Event will run from September 10-17. Opening day ceremony with be on Sept 10 (Saturday) at 10 a.m.
For any questions or additional information on this event, call Paul McShane at (850) 678-8680 or email rockne@cox.net.
