It is with the utmost of sadness that I must report that we have lost an American Patriot. Sgt. Edgar Harrell, a man born from the Greatest Generation who served our nation and continued to serve us all until the end. Words can not express my deepest condolences for his family and all those who have had the pleasure and honor to meet this Marine.

The Captain and many others have traveled many miles with Sgt. Harrell so that he could share his story of survival during World War II. His telling of the tragic sinking of his ship USS Indianapolis and the loss of so many of his shipmates is a painful memory of war. But it is so much more. His experience having lived through that horrible act of war, only strengthened his faith in God and his love of country and all living souls, His story as told directly by him was one of honor, loyalty, courage, integrity, friendship, patriotism, survival, forgiveness and most of all faith.

My dear friend, brother Marine and servant of God touched many lives as I bore witness time and again. I and many others as well as our country will surely miss him.

May he be reunited with all of his and our loved ones who have gone before us. May he look down on us all now and gently guide us to find what we must do before our own history’s are complete.

January in Salt Lake City 2020

Edgar was always surrounded by Marines and all veterans at his speaking events.

Semper Fidelis, God Speed my old friend put in a good word for me.

Captain Montefusco

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What a story he had to tell:

https://abcnews.go.com/US/surviving-marine-uss-indianapolis-dies-age-96/story?id=77609468

https://www.ksl.com/article/46778613/98-year-old-wwii-veterans-survival-story-now-includes-covid-19

Check this tough guy out. Yes one of the Greatest Generation. But also a Veteran, one who stepped up to the plate when her country called. This 98 year old Veteran, John Busch (WW2 Army Air Corps) represents all veterans and others who serve us all. Whether it is a fellow veteran, first responder or private sector business or individual supporting those who serve. John Busch should inspire us all! God speed well done John, thank you for your service and spirit which moves us and keeps you in the game.

Semper Fi, America….”America Strong”.

Captain Montefusco

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We are all lucky to be here in this country, the home of the free and the brave. No matter how you became an American, naturally or immigrant we are all one now! Embrace our liberty and freedom which was earned by and protected by our forefathers, our military and yes our law enforcement officers ever since.

I sure hope everyone celebrated in some way and did not let the Covid Scare scare you off. The Captain and the Utah Military History Group were invited to participate in a great 4th of July military vehicle “Roll out”.

The rollout was organized by one of the greatest military history groups that honors our Military, First Responders and everything great about America. Everyone should visit their web page support their cause and try to attend some of their events. Started by Vernon Stout and his Patriot family the organization does so much for the community. Check them out! below:

The rollout did 40 miles all over Orem, Utah showing no fear. The Captain made a special visit to Ken Watson, a young 93 year old WW2 Navy veteran who served with the 3rd Marine Division in the Pacific. He participated in 4 Island landing and survived having a ship sunk from under him. Proud of his service he lied about his age and joined at just 16 years old! He still lives with the loss of many friends and is one to be honored for his service. Semper Fi, America.

https://www.freedomvehicles.org/

The Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation will present a new mortgage free smart home to one of our own Utah wounded soldiers. US Army SFC . Travis Vendela who was severely wounded in Iraq during his time in service to us all and the Iraqi people.

https://patriotguardridersofutah.org/index.php/utah-pgr-hoth/utah-pgr-hoth-events/icalrepeat.detail/2020/07/03/898/88/2020-07-03-tunnel-to-towers-home-dedication-ceremony-huntsville-ut

The Utah Chapter of the Patriot Riders will escort and support this great event and Foundation which does so much for all our service members and first responders. God bless them all.

The Captain will be making the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation one of the primary Foundations to receive a check at the completion of the epic cross country trip appropriately named Gartforvets, “GREAT AMERICAN ROAD TRIP FOR VETERANS”.

SEMPER FI AMERICA! DISPLAY YOUR PRIDE, HONOR, LOVE OF COUNTRY AND RESPECT FOR ALL THOSE THAT SERVICE IN AND OUT OF UNIFORM. AMERICA RUNS STRONG…AMERICA STRONG!

Get on over to the greatest patriotic store around! The 4th is tomorrow!!!

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The Captain and the Utah Military History Group set up an educational display to remember the WW2 veterans.  All members met with veterans of all services and all eras to extend their appreciation and honor their service.

The Captain along with members of the Utah Military History Group have been honored to participate in all Utah based Honor Flight events.  Words of praise could never express the thanks to all the organizers of this great program.  This Non-profit program honors WW2 veterans for their service by taking them to Washington, DC to visit the memorial to the second World War.