What is the rolling thunder 2009 sporting event of USA all about?
Rolling Thunder descends on D.C. May 24, 2009 – 6:18pm Amy Held, wtop.com WASHINGTON–Thunder rolled Sunday as a half million motorcycles descended on the nation’s capital for the XXII Annual Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom. Motorcyclists traveled from all 50 states and as far away as Australia for the event. Arty Muller, a Vietnam Vet and National Executive Director, says they are uniting to bring full accountability for prisoners of war and those missing in action from all wars. “They fought the war so we could live the way we do and it’s about time our government did something on that issue.” Jay Fairlamb, a Vietnam Vet, rolled in from New Jersey, just like he’s done for the past 13 years. “It’s the same message every year, sooner or later I hope it gets out. Id rather be home celebrating with my family and grandkids, but not before we bring home all our POWs and MIAs.” The group also wants to improve health care for today’s troops and v
Rolling Thunder 2009 – Motorcycle Rally in Washington, DC An Annual Memorial Day Event Rolling Thunder is an annual motorcycle rally that is held in Washington, DC during the Memorial Day weekend to call for the government’s recognition and protection of Prisoners of War (POWs) and those Missing in Action (MIAs). About 400,000 veterans will roar across Washington, DC on their motorcycles as a tribute to American war heroes. Rolling Thunder History: Rolling Thunder began as a demonstration following the era of the Vietnam War, which was a difficult time in America’s history. Similar to today’s political climate, our nation was divided over issues of peace and war. However, many of America’s military were killed or missing in action and their remains were not being brought home to be respectfully buried and honored. In 1988, Artie Muller and Ray Manzo, two veterans of the Vietnam War, rallied together their families, fellow veterans, and veterans’ advocates to organize a demonstration at
