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The Military Museum of Fort Worth has sponsored a wide variety of events in its short three year existence. All types of events including commemorations of military holidays, providing atmosphere for military reunions, and holding military themed book signings, are used to reach the public and make them more aware of the service and sacrifice of our soldiers. Please join us at our next event. You will enjoy meeting veterans of the past and present as well as seeing special exhibits that are only presented for these events. Book signings are also a big part of our funding revenue, so come by and meet a great author, support the museum, and take home a wonderful story to read.
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Jan 31, 2012 - Horned Frogs Remember the Korean War: The OTME is happy to be working with Leah Reeves, event coordinator and member of the Chancellor's Leadership Program, for the first of many events to honor Veterans of previous wars.
Join the TCU Horned Frogs in an event to remember the "Forgotten War". The presentation will include film clips, lecture, and presentation from Veterans of the Korean War.
The event begins at 5:30PM and will conclude at 7:30PM
Over 300,000 Americans fought in the Korean War.
Approximately 35,000 servicemen lost their lives during the 3 year war.
As an important part of this nations history we wish to educate the community on these events and preserve the stories of Americans who fought to ensure freedom and democracy.
All proceeds will be donated to the Military Museum of Fort Worth. Where: TCU BLUU Ballroom - 2901 Stadium Dr. Fort Worth
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Nov 23, 2011 - Nov 25, 2011 - Texas Brahmas Hockey Club Salutes the Veterans : The Texas Brahmas Hockey Club, who plays at the NYTEX Sports Center in North Richland Hills will be holding a special tribute and salute to veterans during two of their games this year. The first is to be played on the 23rd of November and the second on the 25th. The Military Museum of Fort Worth will be holding a special exhibit for the two games in the lobby of the Arena to share some of the history of the past with the public of today. Special Liberty jerseys will be auctioned off after the games and proceeds will go to benefit veterans organizations. Where: 8851 Ice House Dr. North Richland Hills, TX 7618
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Nov 12, 2011 - Book Signing 1-4pm - Jim Duermeyer and Jack Drain: About the Author : CDR James Duermeyer, USNR-RET
CDR James Duermeyer and his wife Janet live in North Richland Hills, Texas, where their son and grandchildren are close-by. After release from active duty in 1972, he worked in private industry, in Human Resources and Labor Relations Management for fifteen years. During his career, he was the Personnel Director for two different companies. He then entered Government Service, also in Human Resources and Labor Relations, and retired after twenty-two years, all in supervisory and manager positions.
His last position was Assistant Regional Administrator in Dallas, Texas, for the Department of Labor. James completed twenty years in the Navy Reserves, holding numerous billets including two Commanding Officer positions, and retired at the rank of Commander. He holds a BA degree from William Penn University in Social Science/Business. Heroes in Obscurity is his first novel. He has recently completed a second book, an historical fiction entitled Flint Bluff, which will soon be available.
About the Author : USAF Retired Lt/Col Jack L. Drain
This is the first book by USAF Retired Lt/Col Jack L. Drain, a Command Pilot, who has 268 combat missions in Korea and Vietnam to his credit. He retired in 1971 and was active in the financial world until 1990 when he helped build a Prescription Drug claim processing service (Now owned by CVS) until 2000. Again retiring at the age of 70, he became a hospital volunteer chaplain and serves in various church-related activities. Jack and his wife, Carolyn, have been married fifty-five years. They are the proud parents of five grown children and eleven grandchildren. They reside in Bedford, Texas.((From such a short biography, a world spanning, diverse and exciting life of thrilling adventures and close calls emerges. Living in France, Spain and across America, Lt/Col Drain encounters hard-to-believe events and experiences with great and near great people. As one friend observes, He must have kept a legion of Gods Guardian Angels racing to his needs. Jacks version is that God has a plan for me and my task is to follow where He leads. Where: Military Museum of Fort Worth / 712 Dorothy Lane
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Nov 12, 2011 - Veterans Day Parade 2011: The Organization for Texas Military Education will be participating in the Veterans Day Parade sponsored by the Tarrant County Veterans Council. The parade begins at 10:30AM on Saturday, November 12th 2011, starting at La Grave Field and then through downtown winding back to the Cat's home field. The OTME will have a trailer filled with actual combat veterans from WWII through current operations as well as men and women in uniforms representing many of the conflicts of the 20th Century marching alongside. Be sure to come out and pay tribute to the men and women who have served in hostile actions in the service of our country. Where: Downtown Fort Worth
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Nov 11, 2011 - Special One Day Exhibit: Women in the Military: The Military Museum of Fort Worth will be holding a special ONE DAY ONLY exhibit on Veterans Day at Garber Hall located in the same building at the Scott Theatre in the Fort Worth Community Arts Center. The exhibit will be focusing on the service of women in the military and Red Cross war efforts. The exhibit will be open to the public from 11AM - 9PM. Come out to see a wonderful exhibit sponsored by the Military Museum of Fort Worth, set up and manned by volunteers from our community that are dedicated to honoring the service of veterans. Where: Garber Hall / Community Arts Center / 1300 Gendy
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Nov 11, 2011 - Nov 12, 2011 - Veterans Day Celebration 2011: The Military Museum of Fort Worth will be having a day of celebration to honor the men and women who have served our country. Special one day outdoor exhibits, weather permitting, will include things such as encampments and military vehicles available for viewing to all visitors. It will also be the last opportunity to view items and stories from two famous Texas Infantry Divisions, the 36th and 90th. This exhibit current exhibit will close on Sunday November 13th, making way for the new exhibit concerning the US Navy and US Marine Corps that will open on November 25th.
Where: Military Museum of Fort Worth / 712 Dorothy Lane
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Nov 11, 2011 - Taps n Tunes Veterans Day 2011 Performance: The dancers of Taps n Tunes honor military service with a free performance at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center on Veterans Day evening. The event kicks off at 6:00PM with drinks and appetizers provided by Z's Cafe. At 7:00pm the performance will begin with special introductions by General Terry Drake and by Mayor Pro-Tem Zim Zimmerman.
The Military Museum of Fort Worth will also be holding a special ONE DAY ONLY exhibit on this day at Garber Hall in conjunction with the performance. The exhibit will be focusing on the service of women in the military and Red Cross war efforts. The exhibit will be open to the public from 11AM - 9PM. Come out to see a wonderful exhibit and watch a great performance by volunteers from our community that are dedicated to honoring the service of veterans.
KAAM 770 Radio Station will be Broadcasting from the performance site as well. Where: Scott Theater / Community Arts Center / 1300 Gendy
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Sep 18, 2011 - Benefit Concert featuring Scott Copeland: The local and great performer Scott Copeland will be playing with a group of his friends at the Wild Roster Bar on Sept. 18th starting at 6:00PM. They will all be playing their best for the crowd to raise money for the Military Museum of Fort Worth. Please come out and hear some great music and have fun with friends while we all raise money to honor the Veterans of Texas. Where: Wild Rooster Bar / 3204 Camp Bowie Blvd.
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May 30, 2011 - Memorial Day 2011: The Military Museum of Fort Worth will commemorate Memorial Day by opening a new exhibit titled "A Tale of Two Brothers". This new exhibit covers the histories of soldiers from the 36th and 90th Infantry Divisions from WWI through current operations.
A book signing is also scheduled for the day. Leland Burns, co-author, of "Jump into the Shadow of the Valley" will be present from 1:00 PM to close signing the book he wrote with his father. The book covers the actions of his father, Dwayne Burns, while fighting with the 82nd Airborne Division in WWII. Where: Military Museum of Fort Worth
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Nov 11, 2010 - Veterans Day Parade 2010: The Organization for Texas Military Education will be participating in the Veterans Day Parade sponsored by the Tarrant County Veterans Council on November 11th 2010. The OTME will have men and women marching in uniforms representing all of the conflicts of the 20th Century. Where: Downtown Fort Worth
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Nov 11, 2010 - Veterans Day Celebration 2010: The MIlitary Museum of Fort Worth announces the first annual Veterans Day Celebration to be held at the Museum facility. Three authors are scheduled to sign their books throughout the day. R.V. Burgin will be back for a second visit to the museum for a book signing, while authors Phil Nordyke, and Jerry Wiley will be on hand for the first time. A small encampment with tents, fox holes, a machine-gun emplacement, and other various items will be set up outside as well as an original restored and running WWII Jeep. Come pay tribute to our veterans and learn some of their stories by visiting a museum dedicated to honoring them. Where: Military Museum of Fort Worth
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Jun 26, 2010 - Book Signing- "Islands of the Damned" R.V. Burgin: The Military Museum of Fort Worth presents the first of many book signings by military veterans and historians. The first author we are privileged to have is R.V. Burgin, a former Marine and recent author, who will be signing his war time autobiography "Islands of the Damned". It is a wonderful personal account of the brutal fighting that occurred in the Pacific. Mr. Burgin was also featured as a character in the HBO mini-series "The Pacific". Where: Military Museum of Fort Worth
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