Monday, May 26, 2008

ROLLING THUNDER - Motorcycle riders cruise through Washington, D.C., during the 21st Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom, May 25, 2008. The bikers ride to raise awareness about prisoners of war, troops missing in action and veterans' benefits. Defense Dept. photo by John J. Kruzel More Photos - Story

Labels: Fallen Heroes, Memorial Day, motorcycles, POW/MIA, Ride for Freedom, Rolling Thunder, tributes, Veterans

posted by Pam @ 3:54 PM |

Sunday, May 25, 2008

'Rolling Thunder' Honors U.S. Military With Annual Biker Pilgrimage

It's hog heaven in the nation's capital.

For the 21st year in a row, Rolling Thunder roared into Washington, D.C., on Sunday for its annual veterans tribute, bringing together an estimated 350,000 motorcyclists — along with thousands of activists, fans and spectators.

Bikers from the group's 88 chapters —across the country and overseas— came together to bring attention to U.S. service members held captive or missing in action.

Riders took off on their rumbling "Ride For Freedom," driving from the Pentagon, across the Potomac River by way of the Memorial Bridge and on to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

The party-like atmosphere was punctuated by speeches, tributes and music. Actor John Amos, who read Gen. Colin Powell's "A Letter to a Soldier" lent his voice to the cause.

Read the Rest, and view pictures, at Fox News

Labels: Memorial Day, Rolling Thunder, Supporting Our Heroes, tributes

posted by Pam @ 4:46 PM |

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