2014

July 2014 The 39th annual convention was well represented bu Lone Star again this year. Missing in the photo is Madison who had already headed back to the motel for a nap. The convention had over 200 military vehicles on display with everything from bicycles, field kitchens to prime movers. This convention was held in

5 July, 2014 This years Smithville Independence Day / Veteran’s Memorial Fund raiser parade seemed to be a little on the weak side. Participating in the parade was Rory and son Patrick who is home on a pre deployment leave, James H., Charlie S., Madison, Daniel C.and Danny with his 151. Some local vets were

4 July, 2014 Cedar Park, Texas One of several Independence Day parades attended by LSMVPA on the 4th of July was in Cedar Park. This one was crewed by Mitch C, Sam R with his M1028-M1102 combination, Patrick C driving the M931A2 with his mum as passenger, and Rory C in the M1009. Fortunately, Patrick

4 July, 2014 After Action Report Rollingwood 4th of July Parade Rollingwood, Texas July 4, 2014 – 0900-1030 Arrived at the staging area for the parade in my M151-A1 at 0830 to represent Lonestar Chapter of the MVPA. The parade was well attended by both participants and spectators. Participants included the mayor of Rollingwood, Rollingwood

4 July, 2014 Members: Scott S, Clint D and his friend Sherry Vehicle(s): M35A2 “Duece” Round Rock, TX hosted their annual July 4th Celebration parade and Lonestar MVPA was represented yet again by Clint D. and one of his M35 “deuce” trucks. This is the second year for Clint and Scott S. to help Team

4 July, 2014 Photos and AAR for the Tarrytown parade attached. Vehicles present were Herb Tate’s and Jeff McDonald’s WW II Jeeps, Ed Hall’s Vietnam era gun truck and Les Davis’ M606. Also present were members of G Company representing the Civil War, World War II and Vietnam War eras. We had 23 members in

Audie Murphy Car Show. No info available.

15 June, 2014 Austin, Texas Fathers Day Car Show 51st/Lamar BL, Austin Participating were Rory C with his M931A2, David C (home on leave from the Marines) with the M1009, Sam R with his M1028/M416 combo, Bobby M with his Humvee, and Barry F with his Servicar. Several other members, without vehicles, attended. Cheers…R Pictures

14 June, 2014 The weather was great, about 80 F with clouds and a light breeze. Pictures by Merv P.

1 June, 2014 When: June 1, 2014 Where: Leander Car Show Participating today were Scott P and Mrs P in the M35A2-M105 combo, Sam R with his M1028-M1102CMT-F combo, Stan C with his M35, Amanda B and Rory C with his M931A2. Cheers…R Pictures from Rory.

26 May, 2014 Corpus Christi, Texas Corpus Christi group of the Lone Star MVPA helped honor Memorial Day Events today. Phil & Sharon G. & J.D. H. brought out their jeeps for display at the American Legion Hall – Bill Roper Country Post 364. Pictures by JDH.

24 May, 2014 AAR Pictures by Ward B.

17 May, 2014 Our numbers were few today due to mechanical failures but the MVPA banner was never the less carried high for the Lee County Fair and Armed Forces Day Celebration. I had my 151 ‘Lil Hercules” with John C. riding shotgun along with Tim B and Barry in Tim’s 715. After the parade

17 May, 2014 The Lone Star MVPA was asked by John Burkhardt Purple Heart event coordinator, to support the local Purple Heart association at their annual meeting. Club members were treated to a Bar-B-Que lunch! We arrived at 08:00 am to begin the display set up! Madison H, had his 1953, M38A1. And full display

10 May, 2014 San Antonio, Texas We had a great showing today. Quite a few people stopped by to talk to us. Two members drove their deuces from an hour away for this months meeting and another POVed from an hour away as well. After the cruise in we convoyed down to the restaurant and

9 May, 2014 Report regards CDN National Day Of Honor May 9, 2014 @ Royal CDN Legion Branch #220 Shelburne Ontario Veterans attending the Ceremony: Allain Ed, Barr Dave, Baynton Ken, Chamula Steve, Flannery John, Hanna Bill, Lever John, Mason Jack, Parker Merv, Barry Stacy Guests: Provincial Govt. Rep Sylvia Jones& Mayor Ed Crewson A

3 May, 2014 San Antonio, Texas David B. and Georgie I. supported the 433rd AW Family Day at LAFB 3 May with vehicles and displays. Former AMVPA member Henry Brants also help drive David’s jeep. The C-5 Wing is the Wing David retired from. A couple of thousand were in attendance. Pictures by David B.

2-4 May, 2014 Temple was a successful weekend for Lone Star Chapter again. A good showing at Temple this year. Some of the old crew were missed, but a lot of newer folks were on hand. JD H still gets the distance award for driving all the way from Corpus, but Andy came close with

26-27 April, 2014 Well everyone we did it again, another record breaking turn out for one of our major events. Not only was it most vehicles but also the largest variety of vehicles ranging from a bicycle to 18 wheelers and armor, a wide variety of jeeps from WW II, Korea and Vietnam and post

Event: Wyldwood Baptist Church Date: Friday 11th April Location: West of Bastrop on Hwy. 71 Weather: Very good The Lone Star MVPA was asked by Pastor Mike Schwartz of Wyldwood Baptist Church to support the Churches Fish Fry! This was a church fund raiser for the youth programs of the church! This was a $8.00