This is a Confirmed Mission Plan!
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Note:

This is 1 of 2 missions at ANC scheduled for the same time.
   (see also: http://tinyurl.com/6fs5et )
We are staging both missions at the same time-place.
We will split the riders between the two missions.

22 September - Mission Plan

Stage:       1115 hrs    Iwo Jima Memorial (Marine Corps War Memorial)
Brief:         1120 hrs
Transit:      1130 hrs    to Family Hotel
Arrive:        1145 hrs
Brief:         1150 hrs   Procession drivers
Process:   1205 hrs    to ANC Admin Bldg
Honors:     1300 hrs   (time approximate)

Ride Captain:  Kevin Rock   (410) 867-8882  cell

Iron Horses preferred, cages welcome as always.
Mounted large flags preferred for the Escort (furl upon ANC parking).
Mounted large flags preferred for transit (furl upon ANC parking).
Large hand-held flags desired for Honor Flag Line
     (other mission needs them - please bring).
Military mandated ID / gear ARE required for this mission.
     (Other mission needs them - Old Chapel Ft Myer)
     (Photo ID, long pants, long sleeves, full finger gloves, face shield or goggles or windshield).

Remember we are here to honor the Hero and  family, friends, and comrades-in-arms, and to stand tall, silent and proud.  If you cannot join us, please set aside a moment of silence at the appointed hour, to reflect on their sacrifice.

More ANC - PGR Info:
Special ANC Considerations: Flags, etc  and PGR-ANC Information / Maps / Etc

Ride Safe, Ride Together . . . Let's Roll! . . . Freedom is NOT Free!!
     Riding for Brad Winchester, Vet, PGR Sr Ride Captain
 
Dave
 
David "SilverBack" Slone
Patriot Guard Riders - Ride Captain, Sr. Ride Captain Arlington National Cemetery
www.patriotguard.org
Cell: 301-758-5608  Home: (434) 990-1799 
david.slone@pobox.com 163 Hickory Lane, Barboursville, VA 22923

This is a Confirmed ANC Mission - Planning is Underway

William Louis Wagner, died in Houston, Texas on June 12th, 2008, after a brief illness. A retired U.S. Air Force pilot, Wagner served on active duty for 30 years, including combat tours in WWII, Korea and Vietnam.

He will be laid to his final rest on the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) on 22 September, 2008 at approximately 1300 hours.

PGR has been asked to attend, and we are honored to stand tall, silent and proud for this American Hero of the "Greatest Generation".  The mission plan will be published here once completed.

From his daughter, "Annie":

"He flew "the Hump" (China-Burma airlift operation) during World War II as a 19 year-old "90 day wonder" (Officer Candidate School.) During the Vietnam War, Dad piloted a KC-135 tanker out of Guam, in support of the B-52's engaged in the bombings. (Not sure what he flew during Korea). … He had an amazing mind. Growing up, if I needed to do a book report, research project, or wondered about something, he could provide information like an encyclopedia! He had a memory for fine details, dates, events and history the likes of which I've never seen since. I chuckled when he'd remark "Well, that's an interesting take on history..." as we'd watch television or movies. … His legacy is his family. ... We will all remember him well and miss him much. He was a good one."

As she said, "He was a good one!" and he is our Hero, too --  and so shall he be remembered by all!

Ride Safe, Ride Together . . . Let's Roll! . . . Freedom is NOT Free!!
 Riding for Brad Winchester, Vet, PGR Sr Ride Captain
 
Dave
 
David "SilverBack" Slone
Patriot Guard Riders - Ride Captain, Sr. Ride Captain Arlington National Cemetery
www.patriotguard.org
Cell: 301-758-5608  Home: (434) 990-1799 
david.slone@pobox.com163 Hickory Lane, Barboursville, VA 22923

Our deepest sympathy, to the family and friends of William Louis Wagner.  We are saddened with the loss of another great hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rest in Peace Airmen. Your Mission is complete.

Diane & Bob Flowers