Military/Veterans

Military History Opportunities in the Upstate

Heather & Raquelle Sheen pose in 1940s garb by the B-17.
Heather & Raquelle Sheen pose in 1940s garb by the B-17.

Recently my family and I enjoyed touring a B-17 at the Greenville Downtown Airport and visiting the adjacent Military History Center of the Carolinas (MHCC). My dad, Ray Sheen, is an Air Force veteran so military planes always interest us. We enjoy studying the 1940s time period and several of us dressed up in 1940s attire for the occasion to honor our veterans.

The B-17 on display, “Aluminum Overcast,” was one of the last B-17s produced and never actually left the United States to see combat. Its current mission is important however – it provides hands-on history for thousands of spectators who want to know about World War II aircraft.

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Palmetto Boys State and Girls State Inauguration at the State Capitol

Palmetto Boys State citizens post the colors for the singing of the National Anthem by the Palmetto Boys State Chorus.
Palmetto Boys State citizens post the colors for the singing of the National Anthem by the Palmetto Boys State Chorus.
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The American Legion Sponsored Palmetto Boys State at Anderson University

The American Legion Posts send boys from local schools to Boys State to learn about city, county and state government as they elect themselves South Carolina Constitutional officers.
The American Legion Posts send boys from local schools to Boys State to learn about city, county and state government as they elect themselves South Carolina Constitutional officers.
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Museum Improvements

Members of Major Rudolf Anderson, Jr. Post 214 busy replacing light fixtures to be more energy efficient fixtures in The Cecil D. Buchanan Museum of Military History, 3110 Wade Hampton Blvd.
Members of Major Rudolf Anderson, Jr. Post 214 busy replacing light fixtures to be more energy efficient fixtures in The Cecil D. Buchanan Museum of Military History, 3110 Wade Hampton Blvd.
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Post 214 Visits Palmetto Boy’s State

Members of Major Rudolf Anderson, Jr. American Legion Post 214 attended the The American Legion sponsored Palmetto Boy’s State held at Anderson University. American Legion Posts send boys from local schools to Boy’s State to learn about US History and how it works by electing their own state government officials, such as a governor, attorney general, legislators, etc.
Members of Major Rudolf Anderson, Jr. American Legion Post 214 attended the The American Legion sponsored Palmetto Boy’s State held at Anderson University. American Legion Posts send boys from local schools to Boy’s State to learn about US History and how it works by electing their own state government officials, such as a governor, attorney general, legislators, etc.
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74th Annual Palmetto Boys’ State Program

The American Legion Department of South Carolina Commander John Britt US Army and Dept. of SC Vice Commander Walt Richardson, US Marine Corps were recognized during the playing of the Armed Forces Medley.
The American Legion Department of South Carolina Commander John Britt US Army and Dept. of SC Vice Commander Walt Richardson, US Marine Corps were recognized during the playing of the Armed Forces Medley.
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Couple Surprised with Anniversary Cake at “Remembrance Day” Celebration

A patriotic day was held at Veterans Park Greer. Past American Legion Department of SC Commander Robert Scherer and wife Sherri were surprised with Anniversary cake by American Legion Post 115 of Greer.
A patriotic day was held at Veterans Park Greer. Past American Legion Department of SC Commander Robert Scherer and wife Sherri were surprised with Anniversary cake by American Legion Post 115 of Greer.
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  1. Tribute to Veterans At Woodlawn Memorial Park
  2. Talk Show Host Speaks to American Legion Post
  3. 15th Annual Blue Ridge High School Air Force JROTC Awards Banquet
  4. Veterans Honored at Greenville County Square
  5. VVA Flag Retirement
  6. Post 214 Members Promoting New Museum
  7. Eastside YCMA for Veteran’s Day Celebration