Skip to main content

Vet Story (Brightside VIP Club Blog) Tony Orlando Appears on the Brightside Podcast-Online Streaming Channel

 

Tony Orlando, of the Tribute to Valor Foundation, to serve as Co-Grand Marshals for the Dallas Veterans Day Parade on Friday, November 11, 2022

Tony Orlando, of the Tribute to Valor Foundation, appears on Brightside Global Trade Online TV_Podcast. Remember the song - Tie a yellow ribbon.., well he's doing more than entertaining now watch the broadcast.  The Dallas Veterans Day Parade was moved indoors due to the weather and all still Cheered On...



Watch the broadcast 

Medal of Honor Recipient, CSM Gary Littrell US Army Retired, and Entertainer, Actor, Director, Producer, Philanthropist & Great American Patriot, Tony Orlando were announced today as the 2022 Dallas Veterans Day Parade Co-Grand Marshals and will ride together in the 2022 Dallas Veterans Day Parade on Friday. November 11, 2022.

Both CSM Littrell and Mr. Orlando are honored to be a part of the Dallas Veterans Day Parade. They both serve on the Board of the Tribute to Valor Foundation.

ABOUT Gary L. Littrell, CSM United States Army Retired:  Gary L. Littrell is a retired United States Army command sergeant major who, while serving as an adviser to Army of the Republic of Vietnam's Ranger units during the Vietnam War, acted with extraordinary courage during a four-day siege on his battalion, for which he was awarded the Medal of Honor. His Awards include: Medal of Honor, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal (3), Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Cross of Gallantry (Vietnam)

Following his retirement, he has served as Vice-President of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society and was inducted into the Ranger Hall of Fame. He is currently the President of a Medical Rehabilitation Equipment Company and Chairman of the Tribute to Valor Foundation.

ABOUT Tony Orlando: Tony Orlando is one of America's most endearing and beloved iconic entertainers. He is recognized by his peers and the public - as simply the best. With five #1 records, 2 platinum & 3 gold albums, a Grammy Nominee, few entertainers have excelled in so many realms as Tony: top selling recording artist, concert headliner, songwriter, television star, Motion Picture actor, Broadway performer and recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor Bob Hope Award.  Tony has performed for our armed services around the globe and raised millions of dollars for veteran organizations. 

On November 8th, 2022, Branson, Missouri will declare 'Tony Orlando Yellow Ribbon Day' & present a proclamation to Orlando during Branson's Veterans Homecoming Week.

2023 is the 50th Anniversary of 'Tie A Yellow Ribbon 'Round the Ole Oak Tree' and the celebration of the NAM-POW Homecoming. Tony has been a part of their annual homecoming reunion, was named honorary chairman at the 40th anniversary at the Nixon Library and will perform that song again at the 50th reunion as he welcomed the POWs home at the Cotton Bowl with Bob Hope in 1973.

ABOUT Tribute to Valor: Tribute to Valor's Mission is to Influence, Impact, and Inspire young people to answer the question "Who Am I?" by incorporating into their lives, the six core values of character represented by our Nation's Highest Award for Valor in Combat, The Congressional Medal of Honor. Through the lens of these core values, Tribute to Valor challenges high school students to find their passion and to make a difference in the World through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) www.tributetovalor.org

SOURCE Tribute to Valor


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

The Blue Angels by Staff Sgt Reginal Lyerly US Armed Forces (VET STORY)

  The Blue Angels Article Contributor Staff Sgt Reginal Lyerly US Armed Forces  WingsOverWayne 2023 Photography E. Brewington, BWStudioz The Blue Angels by Staff Sgt Reginal Lyerly US Armed Forces  (VET STORY)            Many years ago, I remember being stationed at Fort Novosel (formerly Rucker), Alabama. I worked for the base chaplain at the time. We took a church group on a trip to the Pensacola Naval Air Station.   This was an amazing trip. It was amazing to view all of the aircraft. Throughout my time in the service, I always heard about the Blue Angels. This was the first chance that I got see more than the stories. Let’s talk who the Blue Angels and what they do.           The Blue Angels are one of the premier flying squadrons known for their precision, professional, excellence and teamwork. The Blue Angels does so much for the morale of its military communities. Since it is origin, it is flown for over 450 million spectators worldwide.           They were recently at the Golds
Post a Comment
Read more

VET STORY “We Declared Freedom” Happy Fourth Of July

 VET STORY “We Declared Freedom” By Reginal G. Lyerly Before there was ever a United States of America, there were 13 colonies. Their legislative body was the Continental Congress. On July 2 nd 1776, this congress voted in favor of independence and the Declaration of Independence was drafted on July 4 th 1776 by Thomas Jefferson (3 rd U.S. President). July 4th is recognized as the official Independence Day for the United States of America. This commemorates the official announcement of the colonies’ separation from Great Britain. Massachusetts was the first state to make July 4 th an official state holiday. The tradition of fireworks on this day dates back to 1777 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania during its first organized celebration. The ship’s cannon fired a 13- gun salute in honor of the 13 colonies. This celebration of patriotism became more well- known and widespread after the War of 1812. By the year 1870, The United States Congress made July 4 th a federal holiday and has been a p
Post a Comment
Read more

Veterans Day Events, Promotions, Deals and Special Offers.

  2022 Veterans Day Promotions, deals, discounts and special offers. A very special thank you to the American Legion who put this wonderful list together and of-course we are adding our events, additional promotions and offers to this list. HAPPY VETERANS Day to our dear veterans, military and their families/loved ones. Thank you for your service and all that you continue to do. Join us on ZOOM to celebrate Veterans Day Thursday November 10 @10:30am EST - 2pm EST REGISTER https://www.eventbrite.com/e/249070274897 Monday November 14 @7pm EST REGISTER https://www.eventbrite.com/e/249011168107 Thursday November 17 @12:30am EST PAY WHAT YOU ORDER REGISTER https://www.eventbrite.com/e/386510512347 The following are some discounts for veterans and servicemembers for restaurants, retail outlets and recreational opportunities for Veterans Day, Nov. 11 from American Legion and we've added our events to the list in this blog. While these have been verified, check your local franchise to be s
Post a Comment
Read more