Nearly 100 flags wave in a gentle breeze as residents and visitors drive along the Avenue of Freedom on Gretna Road. For more than ten years, the flags have welcomed veterans and reminded all Americans of the sacrifices of those who protected our freedoms. If you ever took a moment to reflect on the beauty and symbolism of the Avenue of Freedom, I\u2019m sure you mentally said a \u201cthank you\u201d to our active duty military and a \u201cwelcome home\u201d to our veterans.<\/p>\n
Today the Avenue of Freedom needs your help. Recent storms have destroyed most of the flags and poles, leaving the beautiful drive bare. Our visitors miss the outward proof that Branson is a town committed to America and those who have so proudly served.<\/p>\n
The Branson Veterans Task Force no longer has the funding to revive this meaningful tradition. We\u2019re asking for your help \u2013 our residents, businesses and visitors. We would love to have new flags in place for the summer season \u2013 in time for Flag Day (June 14) and the 4th of July. We\u2019d even rush to get them up for part of Memorial Day weekend if we have the funds.<\/p>\n
Please help us! Donations may be made to the Avenue of Freedom at the Branson Veterans Task Force office, the Flag Store or the Veterans Museum, or mail to PO Box 128, Branson, MO 65615. Please make checks payable to \u201cAvenue of Freedom.\u201d<\/p>\n
Make a donation, take up a collection at the office or talk to your friends and family. If someone would like to make a donation but can\u2019t take it to one of the above locations, call the Branson Veterans Task Force office at 417-337-8387.<\/p>\n
Together let\u2019s beautify our city, welcome our military and veterans, and promote our American patriotism!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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