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36 years of “Wings” in Camarillo

The 36th Annual Wings Over Camarillo air show had spectators in awe of various aircraft carriers ranging from military to private pilots performing acrobats in the air throughout the two day event on Saturday August 20 through Sunday August 21, 2016.  The air show started at 12 o’clock both days and included performances from the West Coast Ravens as well as the Condor Squadron who displayed various formations including the most notable ‘missing man’.

 

9-11: 14 Years Later

This memorial well sits at the entrance of the Fire Station 88 in Sherman Oaks and was constructed by volunteers after 9-11. A portion of the North Tower as well as part of the Pentagon was used in the construction of the monument.
This memorial well sits at the entrance of the Fire Station 88 in Sherman Oaks and was constructed by volunteers after 9-11. A portion of the North Tower as well as part of the Pentagon was used in the construction of the monument.

On the 14 year anniversary of 9-11, residents around the country gathered at ceremonies held at

The memorial at the entrance of the historical museum at Forestation 27 in Hollywood was constructed the year after 9-11 and currently honors more than 200 LA Firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty.
The memorial at the entrance of the historical museum at Forestation 27 in Hollywood was constructed the year after 9-11 and currently honors more than 200 LA Firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty.local fire stations and parks to pay their respects for the victims and fire officials who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The memorials began as early as 7 am and went through out the night in some areas.local fire stations and parks to pay their respects for the victims and fire officials who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The memorials began as early as 7 am and went through out the night in some areas.

local fire stations and parks to pay their respects for the victims and fire officials who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The memorials began as early as 7 am and went through out the night in some areas.

Watch now to see how to communities in Los Angeles County remembered the fallen at iconic locations and will never forget.

Navy Days at the Port of Los Angeles

The Navy is back as three naval ships dock at the Port of Los Angeles for the Annual Navy Days where the public will come out to view the ships and learn more about what the Navy is at this year’s annual Navy Days.   This year, the three ships include, the USS Bunker Hill, USS Cape St. George and the USS Halsey.  The ships arrived at the port on Tuesday August 4, 2015 and are docked next to the battleship USS Iowa that arrived at the port three years prior and is a museum open for the public to board and explore the historic ship.  The two day festival will be held the second weekend in August and are free to the public, though due to popular demand reservations are required to board and tour the vessels.

In addition to being able to view the ships, the USS Iowa will also be available to tour for an additional charge of 18 dollars for adults.  There will also be food trucks, music by the Naval band and a chance to walk through the Maritime museum in the LA Waterfront.

Remembering and Honoring Veterans in So Cal

On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day on the eleventh month in 2014, the 55th annual Veteran’s Day Ceremony and Job Fair brought So Cal residents to remember those who have served and are still serving in the armed forces.

All five armed forces including the US Army, Navy, Marine Corps., Air Force and Coast Guard were honored by the Pasadena City College Marching band which played each anthem as veterans rose in respect.

And on the following day, at nine o clock at Universal Studios Hollywood, the Veteran’s Network honored Veteran’s with a special Color Guard Ceremony for its employees who also served in the armed forces.

The NBC Universal Veteran’s Network invites the Marine Color Guard for ceremonies honoring veteran’s twice a year.

7th Annual Ride To The Flags

On Sunday, September 14, 2014, over a thousand motorcycle riders came out to donate time and money for the Ride To The Flags.  They began their ride in triple degree weather at the Naval Base in Ventura County and road for a couple of hours through Malibu Canyon ending at Bluffs Park right next to Pepperdine University and their Wave of Flags.

One hundred percent of the funds raised goes to the beneficiary selected by the White Heart Foundation.  This year, that beneficiary is Corporal Jed Morgan, who lost both legs in the Afghanistan War.  The goal is to raise enough money to build a house suitable for Morgan’s mobility needs.

To see the complete coverage of the event, watch the video below.

9-11: 13 Years Later

Nearly 13 years after the devastation of 9-11, Americans come together to celebrate and remember those that lost their lives.  Pepperdine University, located in Malibu, Calif, was one of the University that lost a large number of students and alumni in the terrorists’ attack, including one of the heroes aboard the United Airline Flight 93, Thomas Burnett.

In 2002, Heroes Garden was created to honor the memory of Pepperdine’s Alumni and now the memorial has become a tradition that won’t be forgotten.  Additionally, in 2008, the Wave of Flags was created on the corner of the campus, as a representation of the nationality of the nearly 3-thousand victims that parished in the attacks.  The flags will remain  on display until the 22nd of September.

Watch the video now to see how residents are remembering at this year’s memorial.