The breakfast drew dozens of veterans from virtually every branch of the U.S. Military. Michael Crimmins/Glasgow News 1.
According to CEO and President of South Central Bank Tommy Ross, this is the 16th year they have put on this breakfast. Even during the pandemic they had a drive through were they honored veterans and distributed to-go boxes of food. Michael Crimmins/Glasgow News 1.
The breakfast provided a good space for veterans, many of whom are long-time friends, to share stories, tell jokes and just spend time together. Michael Crimmins/Glasgow News 1.
The breakfast featured bacon, eggs, biscuits and gravy, sausage and offered orange juice and coffee. Members from the bank went around clearing tables and interacting with the veterans. Michael Crimmins/Glasgow News 1.
Members of the Glasgow Police Department served as the honor guard, presenting the United States and Kentucky flags. Michael Crimmins/Glasgow News 1.
Robbie Fudge played the “Star Spangled Banner” and “Taps” as the people in the room stood as they saluted or covered their hearts. Michael Crimmins/Glasgow News 1.
One of the attendees was Capt. Craig T. Mattingly, a native of Barren County and commander at the Naval Service Training Command, who spoke briefly to the veterans about the inspiring quality of their stories and their life. Mattingly is set to speak tonight as well at the Veterans Dinner at the National Guard Armory at 410 Calvary Drive at 7 p.m. Michael Crimmins/Glasgow News 1.
In 1947 the formerly known Armistice Day, which honored the veterans of World War I, went by a new name: Veterans Day in Birmingham, Alabama. In 1954, Congress passed the bill that President Dwight Eisenhower signed proclaiming Nov. 11 as Veterans Day, a day honoring all who served. Since that time it has been marked with public parades, dinners and festivities. Michael Crimmins/Glasgow News 1.
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