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Subject: PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS TO REDEDICATE “HERO STREET” USA – 7 OCT 06 – SILVIS, IL

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cgbrocksmith User is Offline
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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
19 Sep 2006 5:20 PM Alert 

The Patriot Guard Riders will ride into Silvis, Il on Oct 7 06 to participate in a the re-dedication of  Hero Street (www.herostreetusa.org).


Hero Street is in Silvis, Il and on the Federal National Registry and attained this status some 35 years ago through a "Act of Congress".

 

We will be honoring the fallen, the veterans and currently active, reserve and future military.  This ceremony will mark 35 years of this well know park. It has been researched and documented by the Department of Defense that there is no other street of comparable size that has had as many men and women render service to the Armed Forces than the 1 1/2 block long street in Silvis. Of these 110 or more military men and women, six of them were killed in action during WWII and two were killed during the "Korean War".

 

We will be leading the Color Guard to represent our fore Fathers' fight for our freedoms.

 

Parade time is at 11:00 a.m. Staging and other details are being worked on at this time and will be posted soon.

 

Ride Captain is Gary "Illinois Cowboy" Schrock (mgspaint@insightbb.com), assisted by Ride Captain Max Howerter (howerter1@insightbb.com).

 













MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
Preacherman User is Offline
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19 Sep 2006 5:39 PM Alert 
I'm right across the BC from Silvis. Let me know what I can help with.






Now let's see,,,,,,,,,,running chainsaw,,,check.....Live aligator,,,check....hand grenade w/pin pulled,,,check..Yep! I'm ready to start juggling!!
Nailer101 User is Offline
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NW IL Senior Ride Captain/NE IA Ride Captain
19 Sep 2006 9:56 PM Alert 
You can count on my help also, Chris. Like Preach, I'm located in the Quad Cities also, just across the river. Any help you need, just let me know
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fdmedic412 User is Offline
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Quad Cities USA
20 Sep 2006 3:46 AM Alert 
I will be there as well, willing to help anyway I can. I served 9 years with Silvis Fire Department and am very familiar with Hero Street USA and what it means to the QCA.  It's an Honor to ride with all of you supporting those who have defended and those who will always be defending our great country.  Howie.
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Those Who Defend America
DaveShady User is Offline
Posts: 226
Clinton Iowa
20 Sep 2006 4:10 AM Alert 

I will be thinking of you all that day, I will not be instate unfortunately.  Work is taking me to the east coat to Philly that week.

Ride safe friends.

Dave
wehrd1 User is Offline
Posts: 18
Keota, IA
20 Sep 2006 7:29 AM Alert 
We'll be there.  Will watch here for staging info.  Hope the weather works for this event.  Seems the weekdays have been nice, and the weekends not so nice lately. :)
Colleen
7 COM 11 User is Offline
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20 Sep 2006 7:57 AM Alert 
I'll be there. If you need help yell. Live in Quad Cities.

Neal





SilverStreak User is Offline
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20 Sep 2006 8:13 AM Alert 
I wish I could be there - I grew up in Silvis, rode my bike on Hero Street all the time. Unfortunately we have other plans that weekend and won't be in town.

I'll notify anyone I know in the area still.
haggis User is Offline
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south central iowa===Corydon
20 Sep 2006 9:55 AM Alert 
I'm a new guy and live about 200 miles s.w in Corydon Iowa,and will make an effort to be there
now that changes everything
hawkal62 User is Offline
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20 Sep 2006 6:39 PM Alert 
IM THERE, I LIVE LOCAL,ANYTHING AT ALL CALL,,,,,,HAWKAL
Illinois Cowboy User is Offline
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Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE
22 Sep 2006 6:30 AM Alert 
Have a meeting Sat. will post rest of info then. All support veichles welcome
We want a big turnout. If we can.
Honor and Respect
Cowboy
USAF 71-75 S.A.C.
TITAN TWO MISSILES
combat crew member.
"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson --------
IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!!

IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress
THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE RIGHT THING.
Illinois Cowboy User is Offline
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Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE
23 Sep 2006 1:34 PM Alert 
Okay people here we go. This dedication will take place at 11a.m. on Oct. 7th. The staging will be at Jewel-Osco on route five at 9a.m. with ride briefing at 10a.m. Police escort to Hero st. which is a short ride. we will proceed up Hero st. And park with the ceremony to last no more than two hr.s we will have a flag line there. For anyone wanting to do this and the ride for Tyler, we have the option to leave by noon.
All this is going to be fairly simple, but read up on Hero St. as it is an amazing story. Also will post pictures of the park as soon as I recieve them.
Directions are really easy for out of towners coming in, Mile marker 7 on interstate 80 is the Colona Il. exit get off there, turn right at stop sign go to next stop sign turn right again. Stay on State st. thru three stop lites.the 4th lite will be route 5, or John Deere rd., turn right or north go .7 miles Jewel-Osco is on left. We will be staging in the far east corner of the  lot , closest to the road. All this is only4 miles from Interstate 80. Any thing further please contact me by e-mail. would like a big showing. Remember Honor and Respect is why we are here.
All PGR is invitedCages, Bikes, Everyone. 
 Below is Mapquest link for staging,Thanks Preach
USAF 71-75 S.A.C.
TITAN TWO MISSILES
combat crew member.
"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson --------
IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!!

IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress
THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE RIGHT THING.
Preacherman User is Offline
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24 Sep 2006 9:36 AM Alert 
Gary,

Check this Mapquest link to make sure it is the one you describe.

Local phone book lists the Jewel-Osco rally point as 1312 John Deere Rd, Silvis.

Map of [b󣗰 John Deere Expy[/b]
Silvis, IL 61282-1973, US
Illinois Cowboy User is Offline
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Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE
24 Sep 2006 10:55 AM Alert 
Yep, that be her man, thanks Preach
USAF 71-75 S.A.C.
TITAN TWO MISSILES
combat crew member.
"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson --------
IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!!

IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress
THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE RIGHT THING.
rhodgson User is Offline
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CP ^-^ Illinois
25 Sep 2006 6:28 PM Alert 
I'm planning on it.... hope my back holds in there for the flag line.
Ron

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I will stand with you, until the day you stand for me.

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IASpirit User is Offline
Posts: 10
25 Sep 2006 8:34 PM Alert 
If every thing goes right I will be there
            Trigger
howerter1 User is Offline
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Galesburg, ILL; National Administrator of Public Relations & Media
25 Sep 2006 8:54 PM Alert 
I'll be their in my van.
Max
US Army Retired E8, VietNam 66-67 "We should not mourn that such men died, but we should thank God that such men lived" General George Patton
mikebowman User is Offline
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Forreston, Illinois Assistant State Captain
25 Sep 2006 11:16 PM Alert 
Gary and Max, it looks like my wife and I will be making this mission. Is there anything that we can help with or do you already have things under control.

Mike Bowman
The nation that forgets it's defenders, will itself be forgotten. - Pres. Calvin Coolidge

Riding in memory of my son - Spc Timothy Bowman - Mar 82 - Nov 05
Riding with my brother always at my side - SRC Greg Bowman - Jul 54 - Sep 07
Rest in peace, we have the watch for both of you now.
Illinois Cowboy User is Offline
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Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE
26 Sep 2006 7:08 AM Alert 
I think we are fine right now, will let you know if anything comes up. Thanks Guys
USAF 71-75 S.A.C.
TITAN TWO MISSILES
combat crew member.
"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson --------
IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!!

IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress
THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE RIGHT THING.
tonyswanson User is Offline
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Galesburg, Illinois
26 Sep 2006 6:41 PM Alert 
Gary,

Are you riding your bike up that morning. If so what time are you leaving. I am planning to attend.

Tony
EvelynneSue User is Offline
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26 Sep 2006 6:54 PM Alert 
If anyone is riding in a cage, would it be possible if I ride along with them for the parade?

Please & Thanks,

Sue

Preach's ol' lady
Bear_1953 User is Offline
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Eldon, Iowa




27 Sep 2006 11:02 PM Alert 
Cowboy:
Sorry brother but we have something going on that same day down here. So I wont be able to be there. tc

bear:
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Illinois Cowboy User is Offline
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Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE
28 Sep 2006 7:01 AM Alert 
For anyone interested will be posting middle of next week what time I am leaving Galesburg and a Staging point here for anyone who wants to go as group from here.
USAF 71-75 S.A.C.
TITAN TWO MISSILES
combat crew member.
"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson --------
IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!!

IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress
THERE IS NO WRONG WAY TO DO THE RIGHT THING.
howerter1 User is Offline
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Galesburg, ILL; National Administrator of Public Relations & Media
30 Sep 2006 10:31 AM Alert 
Some pictures of Hero Street











Max
US Army Retired E8, VietNam 66-67 "We should not mourn that such men died, but we should thank God that such men lived" General George Patton
Standing Bear User is Offline
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West Liberty, Iowa
03 Oct 2006 6:40 PM Alert 
See all of you there. I hope to share this ride with my daughter.
Rich "Standing Bear" Hayes
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