Flags for Vets, Inc.
Paying it Forward
Flags for Vets, Inc.
Flags for Vets was formed on 2017 to honor our Nation’s veterans for their faithful service.
Yesterday we snuck in a local install in the Beauregard community to our 726th recipient.
Meet Eddie Spratlin, USA Vietnam. Eddie entered the service in March 1966 and was honorably discharged in ‘March 1969. Sgt. Spratlin was a 13B, affectionately known as a cannon cocker. He was assigned to the famed 173rd Airborne Division, Charlie Battery 3/319th.
They worked out of Ben Hua and An Khe but like nearly every artillery outfit, they were forward deployed.
Eddie was twice wounded in action receiving multiple Purple Hearts (with oak leaf cluster) in Nov. 1967 and again in January 1968. He was also awarded The Bronze Star with Oak leaf cluster, The Air medal and all campaign ribbons/medals.
Eddie came home to the Opelika area and started his 37 year career with Uniroyal.
Thanks Eddie Burns, Burns Exterior for sponsoring.
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In the past two days I’ve spent $2,550.92 on flagpole kits and flags. This is a drop in the bucket and I do this at least a few times a month.
6 flagpole kits @$300 ea = $1,800.00
5 3’x5’ U. S. flags at $32.99 ea. = $164.95
4 4’x6’ U.S. flags at $43.99 ea. = $175.96
2 6’x10’ U.S. flags at $109.00 ea. = $218.00
2 5’x8’ U.S. flags at $96.00 ea. = $192.00
I’ve already used all 4 4x6 flags and 2 of the 3x5 flags in less than 24 hours. Once the 6x10s get here, they’re both already promised out.
Why do I tell you this? It’s because I’m sure folks wonder why I’m always asking for donations and sponsorships. I go thru so many flags a month it’s crazy. So please feel free to share, donate or consider sponsoring a veteran.
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I can’t think of a better day to announce this amazing weekend to honor our Nation’s veterans and more importantly our Medal of Honor recipients with an All-American concert, featuring our own Blane Rudd and headline act The Ryan Waters Band on Friday the 7th of November.
The weekend will continue on Saturday with a breakfast for our veterans followed by the inaugural Veterans Day Parade.
We’ll close out the festivities offering a chance to meet and talk with Medal of Honor recipients from Vietnam and Afghanistan.
You don’t want to miss this incredible weekend. Mark your calendar!On this Independence Day, we’re thrilled to announce our sponsorship of Freedom Fest Concert in Opelika, AL, in partnership with Flags for Vets, Inc. and IS4S.
The outdoor concert in Downtown Opelika will include performances by Ryan Waters Band and Blane Rudd, along with special appearances by several Medal of Honor recipients. This will be a night you don’t want to miss!
Mark your calendars for Friday, November 7th, ticket info coming soon. Follow our page or the Freedom Fest page to stay up to date, and happy 4th of July to all!
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“Jamie is exactly what you would expect him to be, being a former Marine. This man is professional and very passionate about what he does. Thank you again Jamie”
“I can never thank you enough for what you did for 2 Vets who just can’t believe that a stranger cared enough for them to be made to feel special. Bless you both and thank you.“
“I love the support for our military!! What a great way to show veterans we will always care about them!”
“This is truly an embodiment of how committed veterans are to service as they themselves are often the ones planting the flags for others. An inspiration for all of us on how we should give our own skills and treasures to benefit the greater needs of others.”
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