Fort Lee's Dixieland Band to Perform!

Fort Lee's Dixieland Band will perform at the Shenandoah County Fair on August 27th. Make plans to be here during the day to see this entertaining band.

Founders of the Air Force Thunderbirds Honored

The photograph shows the presentation of "Throw a Nickel in the Grass" to Bill and Buck Pattillo on their birthday , two of the greastest people from the greatest generation ever.

Why was it called "Throw a Nickel in the Grass"? Because anytime you around the 352nd FG reunions or mini get togethers, the Pattillo twins usually sing this great fighter pilot song from the days of old. And it is a fitting tribute to two great americans that have made their marks on aviation history.
Grady a. Lisk jr.

You can meet these fine gentlemen at the Shenandoah County Fair on August 27th. Make plans to join the fun.

Photo and info provided by Ray Mitchell.

Veterans and Active Duty Invited

Veterans from near and far are invited to the Shenandoah County Fair office on June 12th at 6 PM to help develop meaningful activities for Veterans Day at the Fair 2008!

We need your input to make this event a true day of honoring the contributions made by the US Military past and present.

Call 540-459-3867 for more information. Directions are on www.ShenCoFair.com

352nd Documentary - A Tribute to a Friend

Click the title to view the movie.

From Ray Mitchell.

Photos and Fun!

Bring the family on Veterans Day at the Fair to climb on the various pieces of vintage military equipment displayed.

Replenishing at sea Feb. 1953

Once at sea, ships had to replenished from carriers, oilers, cargo, and amunition ships.

Here the USS Trathen DD530 is coming alongside the USS Boxer CVA 21 to receive fuel.

Provided by Ron Keeler USN

North Korea February, 1953

The Target most wanted by United Nations ships patroling the N. Korean coast was the enemy supply train. It was in this Package 4 area that the USS Trathen DD530 destroyed an enemy train in March, 1953. The action was reported in the 13 March NY Times.

Provided by Ron Keeler USN

USS Trathen DD530 N. Korea Feb. 1953

While serving with Task Force 95, the USS Trathen DD530 would have daily bridge and cave inspections while patroling the N. Korean coast. Bridges and railroad tracks, destroyed the day before were frequently repaired overnight.

Provided by Ron Keeler USN