I am not sure when the concept of Honor Flight http://www.texassouthplainshonorflight.org/about/ originated, but it is several years old. It involves raising community funds so that World War II, Korean, or even Vietnam War veterans can travel to Washington, D. C. without charge to them, to view the memorials, especially those dedicated to them. The priority is to send the World War II veterans first, given their age and fragility.
Why is this important? Well, think about it. The veterans from these wars sacrificed so much for our country, and were variably honored upon their return. You could say the veterans from the Vietnam War were not honored. But memorials have been built to them in Washington, D.C. How better to acknowledge and honor a veteran, than to give that veteran a chance to view the national memorial erected on behalf of that veteran. And, to allow that veteran to travel to see the memorial at no cost to the veteran.
I think this is a community activity that demonstrates dignity and respect to veterans, shows that they are honored, and gives them a special recognition. It also shows the dignity and respect of the community towards the heroes that protect our country.
Go, Honor Flight!
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