A beautiful sun-soaked day in Kansas allowed U.S. military veterans to soak-in some applause as McPhersons lined up to say “thanks,” along the parade route Wednesday.
Veterans Day across America and in McPherson veterans enjoyed a free breakfast followed by a parade downtown that led to a ceremony to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
Shelli Sweeny, retired Major of the Kansas Air National Guard was the featured speaker on Wednesday at the McPherson Park Department (old armory) building and addressed the crowd on hand with encouragement for military families and friends. Sweeny is a retired Major of the Kansas Air National Guard, serving with the 190th Air Refueling Wing, retiring after 20 years. Her major deployments were Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Operation Deny Flight, NATO Missions to Europe, and Global War on Terror.
There will also be a Smothered Pork Chop Dinner Wednesday evening at the VFW Post 2715, hosted by the Auxiliaries of the VFW and American Legion.
