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Gathering of the Eagles was formed with the belief that the war memorials
are sacred ground; as such, we will not allow them to be desecrated, used
as props for political statements, or treated with anything less than the
solemn and heartfelt respect they–and the heroes they honor–deserve. |
| A call
went out across the country for help to protect these memorials from the
threat of desecration from an anti-war demonstration that was to be held at
the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The call was answered by many
veterans ranging from WWII to the Iraq War. Many non-veterans attended
this event to show their support and help protect the memorials that honor
all of our war dead. |
| The CVMA
was represented by members from NH, RI, TN, OH, TX and CO. |
| (click image for larger view) |
 Boats, Poncho, Scout, Bombdog, Grunt & Straightarrow |
 Bombdog and Grunt rode to DC on motorcycles right into a ice storm. |
 Some of the CVMA members who attended the GOE. |
 Poncho, Bombdog, Grunt and Scout at the Mall |
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| The Wall
was secured by the NPS, DC police and the FBI. All visitors had to pass through a metal detector before entering the grounds of the Memorial. There was a three hour wait to gain entry to pay respects to the heroes of the Vietnam War. |
 This photo made national headlines. Another proud veteran who answered the call |
 Many people made their thoughts known on many issues. |
 Scout, from the NH-CVMA, being interviewed by a local TV reporter. |
 Many Vets from different groups and organizations came to be part of the Eagles. |
| Banner courtesy of GOE web site |