Lets all give a moment of silence, every day, for all the
Men & Women in our Armed Service, who are
"In Harms Way"

Yes ... these are troubled times for this country, and the world as a whole. This Veterans Day did not pass without some thought given to the possibility of this country going to war. We all have our special thoughts about this, and of course, this is not the place to air those thoughts .............. But !!!

There is one thing we can all agree on, our Armed Forces need 100% backing from us Veterans, so at any time there is an opportunity to give a smile, shake their hand, or say "Thanks" .........
Just Do It !!!

Here are some pictures for your enjoyment ....... Enjoy !!!

Perch Base is well represented here.
The names from top standing Left to Right:
Glenn Herold, Dave Harnish, Ed Brooks and Adrian Stuke
Next row Left to Right:
Jim Newman, Jim Nelson, Doug La Rock and Mike Keating
Bottom Left to Right:
Ben Acosta, Warner Doyle Jr., Ray Samson, Paul V. Miller and Chuck Emmett
Firetruck in background is a 1942, fully restored.
Served many years in city of Goodyear Fire Department, and this was after being "Navy Issue" at the old
Goodyear Naval Air Station during WWII.

B-17D does a fly by.
Bomber from Champlin Fighter Museum, that will be moving from
Falcon Field to Oregon .......... Very Sad.

Turn Your Speakers up and Click on the Links ............

When one talks of "Old Salts" you must be talking about Lou.
He joined the Navy in 1943, was discharged in 47 and is wearing the same uniform he was discharged in.
At 82 years young he walked most of the parade with us.
CDR. Rick Nicklas, CO of Naval Recruiying District, Phoenix is flanked by Base Members
Adrian Stuke, Jim Nelson, and Ramon Samson

Ben Acosta directing traffic, for a group picture

The first group shot

Making ready the USS Bang SS385 float.
In background is USS Arizona float.

Part of the line-up off Central Ave.

Perch Base members gather, for a "no s***er" round.
 

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