Patriot Guard Riders - Spirit of America

Fred Lynch

Friday, July 3, 2009

A tribute to the Patriot Guard Riders preceded the 2009 Spirit of America Award July 3 at Arena Park. The Joint Veterans Council sponsored the weekend Independence Day celebration including fireworks on the Fourth.

Southeast Missourian publisher Jon K. Rust introduces the Spirit of America Award.
Mayor Jay Knudtson, left, presents the 2009 Spirit of America Award to Harry Rediger.
Harry Rediger speaks to the audience with his wife, Fran.