HONOR MISSION
SFC Thomas Martin, 85, US Army, Retired, Vietnam Veteran, Bronze Star Recipient, of Prosper, TX
The family of Sergeant First Class Thomas Martin has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Thomas entered the US Army and worked as a Brace Specialist and Orthopedic Specialist. He served over twenty years in the Army, including four tours to Vietnam before he retired in September of 1975. He earned several medals during his military career, including a Bronze Star Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 device, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Expert Field Medical Badge, and a technical service medal.
Date: Fri, 31 Mar 23
Staging Time: 1005
Staging Location: The cul-de-sac between the Walk of Heroes and the Memorial Shelter at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 SH 195, Killeen, TX 76542 (http://tinyurl.com/CenTexVetsCeme)
Setup & Briefing: Upon clearance and at the direction of the Ride Captain, we will move to the shelter, set up the flags, be briefed and await arrival of the procession.
WX: Please check the forecast prior to attending this mission.
Notes:
1. Be at staging ON TIME.
2. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
Please join us in honoring this Retired US Army Vietnam Veteran and Bronze Star Recipient for his selfless service to our Great Nation.
We don’t care what you ride or if you ride, what your political views are, or whether you’re a hawk or a dove. It is not a requirement that you be a veteran. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or what your income is; you don’t even have to ride. The only prerequisite is Respect.
