Operation Enduring Freedom Marks 19 Years

October 5, 2020 - Nineteen years ago, America launched its counterattack against terrorism in Afghanistan and ushering in Operation Enduring Freedom and The Global War on Terror.

To remember the service and sacrifice of Afghanistan Veterans, Shelby County Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8904 and the Auxiliary will hold a wreath laying at the Veterans Memorial on the grounds of the 1885 Historic Courthouse in Center, Friday, October 9th, 2020 at 10am.  Two veterans from Shelby County, US Army Sergeant Kevin “Casey” Roberts and US Army Specialist Cory Bertrand were both killed in action in 2008.

As always, the public is cordially invited to remember their fellow Americans. Social distancing and masks required. Information call Post Quartermaster Larry Hume, 936-332-0349 or email chiefhume95@gmail.com.