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The flags flew at half-staff as American Legion Pike Post 197 hosted the Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on the Square in Zebulon on Veterans Day 2011. This cool and windy day was perfect November weather to celebrate those who have sacrificed to serve our country.
Three time combat veteran Colonel Wade Smith was the guest speaker. He highlighted the accomplishments of local veterans and told the audience that Georgia has provided more military personnel traditionally than any other state in the nation.
"As long as you veterans continue to stand up and take leadership positions and lead our city, lead our county, lead our state, and lead our nation, democracy will be ok," said Col. Smith. He said that our country was built on the brotherhood of man under the fatherhood of God and that tradition has been carried on under the same tradition as our Founding Fathers through the men and women in our military today. "America still stands as the nation of the world that everyone wants to join if they possibly can... Never take second place as far as America is concerned."
"We have assembled to honor those that have served and continue to serve." He thanked everyone for serving in the military and encouraged those present to pat those on the back who are serving now because they are doing a tremendous job.
The number of Prisoners of War and Missing in Action were named during this ceremony. Commander Bill Payton, Sr. said that there was a POW/MIA chair to remember those who haven't been accounted for. "Let's endeavor to bring them home." Military families were also honored and thanked for their sacrifice.
American Legion Pike Post 197 is at work in our community in many ways and the public is invited to be a part of this community service.
Helping Hands Outreach During the Holiday Season
Pike County American Legion Post 197 is continuing its HELPING HANDS OUTREACH this holiday season. The Post is looking for families in Pike County that may need assistance with Thanksgiving and Christmas. The families do not have to be those of veterans. The Post will provide meals and toys.
If you know of any family that may need a helping hand this season please forward their name and contact information to prayerpower4u@bellsouth.net or pikepost197@gmail.com.
Pike Post 197 is accepting donations for their Helping Hands Outreach program in order to give Pike County families in need a happy holiday. Gently used toys or donations will be appreciated. Donations can also be mailed to: Pike County American Legion Post #197, PO Box 781, Zebulon, Georgia 30295. For more information, call 770-468-4177 or 770-689-7549 or email bpaytonsr@gmail.com or brmaxedon@bellsouth.net.
Prayer on the Square Each Month
Pike County Post 197, The American Legion, Department of Georgia and Prayer Power of Georgia will hold a short service to offer thanks and prayers for our military on the first Monday of every month at 12:00 pm (noon). This is a monthly service that is held at the Veteran’s Memorial on the Pike County Courthouse grounds.
This will be a time to offer thanks and prayers for the men and women serving in our Military. The public is invited to gather at the Veteran’s Memorial for a focused time to remember our fallen heroes, honor those who have served, and seek protection for those who are serving. Pike County Post #197 will provide the military circumstances to recognize and honor our military, while Prayer Power of Georgia will provide the spiritual support.
The public is encouraged to attend. For more information contact www.prayerpower4u.net (770-689-7549) or pikepost197@hotmail.com (770-468-8726).
Monthly Meetings
The American Legion Pike Post 197 meets the first Tuesday of each month at 645 Meansville Street in Zebulon. The building opens around 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. Veterans are invited to attend.
For more information, call 770-468-4177 or 770-689-7549 or email bpaytonsr@gmail.com or brmaxedon@bellsouth.net.
