Under heavy mist early in the morning, I trailered up the '53 M38A1 and headed over to Herb's place a mile away where we loaded up his '44 GPW.  From there, we drove North to the Pflugerville location of the annual Memorial Day service.  Toby was already there unloading his '42 MB and a short time later Rick H and his mom Mary arrived in Rick's '53 M38A1.  Danny showed up sans vehicle this year and Barry made it wearing a period correct early WWII uniform.  

After milling around a bit in the parking lot, we meandered over to the memorial service area and staged in the same spot as last year.  This year, the park added several benches which we placed in front of us.  Fred H wasn't with us in person, but one of his collector Garands with proper bayonet affixed was placed in the middle section of the display.  Toby provided a set of boots to round out the display.  Rory and Jeff then arrived with Jeff driving Rory's 1970 Unimog.

At 11:15, the ceremony began with various dignitaries.  This was followed by several laying of the wreaths, prayers, a 21 gun salute and release of a covey of white pigeons.  By now, the sun had come out and burned off any haze that was present.  At the conclusion of the ceremony, all of us hung around to answer questions about the club and vehicles.  Long about 12:30 or so, we all headed back to the trailers, loaded up and headed home.

All in all, an excellent day to honor and thank those veterans who have given the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today.