World War II
Freedom Fighters
Media Coverage
We would love for more media outlets to pick up on this story. This could be a huge event for both Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
In October of 2007 the Odessa American ran a story about our cause and our needs. You can find a link to the news story here:
WWII Memorial Trip Article - 10/04/07 - OA Article
There is also a video interview with local WWII Veteran Marion Wilkerson Lee who was a Private 1st Class in the U.S. Army. That video can be seen below:
Marion Wilkerson Lee Interview
Recently the Wal-Mart on the West side of Odessa made a generous donation of $875. Here is the photo of store manager Walt Salinas presenting the check to John Curry, Shirley Rutledge and Linda Branum. Click to enlarge.
Some of our Vets at the Roughnecks game from 4/19:
We Need Your Help
If you are a member of the media either print, radio, TV, electronic or otherwise or even if you know a member of the media we need your help. Help us get the word out about this great event. Call, write or email your favorite news sites and stations and let them know what we are doing. Everyone who knows about this helps us get that much closer to our goals.
Recent Media Activity
We hope to have more articles, interviews and news stories posted soon. Just as soon as we can get the word out. Click any of the following links for recent articles about the WWII Freedom Fighters of the Permian Basin.
Freedom Fighters - 2/08 - OA Article
