A free bus trip to the war memorials in Washington, DC, is scheduled for May 21 for all veterans of World War II, the Korean War and anyone who served prior to May 15, 1975. All participants will have an opportunity to visit the World War II Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Marine Corps Memorial (Iwo Jima monument), Vietnam War Memorial and wall, and Arlington Cemetery to see the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Food and beverages will be supplied and wheelchairs are available upon request. This trip cannot accommodate family or friends, as all seats are reserved for veterans. The trips depart from locations in Beaver, Greentree and Monroeville. Several volunteers are available to assist veterans. Donations are gratefully accepted so these trips can continue to be free of charge for the veterans. Make checks payable to “Vets Bus Trip” and mail to Wesbanco, 701 Corporation Street, Beaver, PA 15009, ATTN: Vets Bus Trip. To learn more or to make a reservation for the May 21 trip, call (724) 709-3614.
In addition, a free trip for World War II veterans only is being planned for June 5. The itinerary includes a two-day, one-night trip to the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia. The bus can accommodate 26 veterans. To learn details, call Jerry and Lydian Fisher at
(724) 728-9370.