Helen Patton keynotes Spirit of Democracy dinner
Nathan Gladden ~ Southeast Missourian
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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A bust of George S. Patton sits on top of tables displaying historical items at the Spirit of Democracy dinner on Saturday.
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Former District 147 representative Wayne Wallingford welcomes everyone to the dinner as he takes the stage on Saturday.
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A model aircraft stands over a table full of historical items at the dinner.
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Robert Wake stands on stage to give the invocation for the dinner on Saturday at the Osage Center.
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Perry Harper performs the National Anthem while Cape Central Air Force Jr. ROTC stand in front of the stage.
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The crowd stands for the Pledge of Allegiance at the Spirit of Democracy dinner on Saturday.
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(Left) Cadet Caius Lange and Colonel Mike Goodin fold up an American flag after the presenation of colors.
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Guests line up for food at the Spirit of Democracy dinner on Saturday.
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Lieutenant Colonel Jessica Dwyer talks to two girls while at their dinner table at the Sprit of Democracy dinner.
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Perry Harper sings while accompanied by the Jerry Ford Orchestra at the dinner on Saturday.
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Sawyer Smith introduces himself to the audience and talks about the dinner and silent auction on Saturday.
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Guest Speaker Kevin Hymel talks about his book Patton's War and highlights moments in George S. Patton's life in his speech.
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Granddaughter of George S. Patton, Helen Patton talks about her grand father and how important the Stars and Stripes publication is to her at the Spirit of Democracy dinner.
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