March 1, 2016 - VFW Post 8904 held a ceremony on the Center square in front of the Historic Shelby County Courthouse to honor those who served during Operation Desert Storm.
"The Gulf War, was named as we know it Operation Desert Storm, began on January 17, 1991. Coalition Forces from 34 nations led by the United States began an aero-bombardment of Iraq. A week later on February 24th a ground assault began the liberation of Kuwait and advancement into Iraqi territory.
"When the war ended on February 28th, 1991 148 American had died in battle, which included 15 female soldiers. There were another 145 non-battle deaths and 467 wounded," said Hume.
Hume remarked there were no Desert Storm veterans at the ceremony, which was unfortunate. In honor of those veterans that served, and those that lost their lives, Auxiliary member Sandy Risinger placed the memorial wreath upon the Shelby County Veterans Memorial where it was to remain until sunset.
Taps was played as presented by John Piersol, VFW Post 8904 member.
