Armed Forces Bicentennial Caravan to Visit Frederick
The U S Armed Forces Bicentennial Caravan will visit Frederick on April 22 then Cumberland, marking Western Maryland's sole appearance this year. Sponsored by the DoD the display highlights Army Air Force and Marine history with entertainment and education rather than recruitment. Mayor Ronald N Young will greet the caravan at 8 45 a m as it enters from Fort Detrick and proceeds to Memorial Park beside the Frederick Armory.
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Armed Forces Bicentennial Caravan Exhibit Tour Opens
The Frederick event kicks off Independence Day 1975 with a U.S. Armed Forces Bicentennial Caravan. Local officials and educators coordinate bands from Gov. Thomas Johnson High School Frederick High and Singanore High. The exhibit runs 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with wheelchair access and four vans handling 360 attendees per hour. Captain Scottie Thompson states the history of the armed forces is central to the nation’s story.
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Tour Plans for OL No 1 Bicentennial Caravan
The T J High School Band of OL No 1 coordinates a four-tractor caravan touring 17 eastern states and DC. Army Navy Marine Van exhibits cover wartime roles and heritage while Air Force showcases a mini theater with multimedia. Commanders are Army Sergeant Major George Alcheske and Marine Gunnery Sergeant David Riplex.
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