2019

11 November 2019 EVENT: Austin Veterans Day Parade LOCATION: Austin, TX Monday, 11 Nov. was the date for the annual Veteran’s Parade in downtown Austin. Up until the last minute it was a 50/50 shot if the parade would even happen because of impending extremely cold weather and icy conditions. As it turned out luck

11 November 2019 EVENT: Purple Heart Veterans Day Parade LOCATION: Austin, TX DATE: 11 November 2019 The 1919 Chapter of the Purple Heart ASSO. Requested support of the LSMVPA to provide an open vehicle to transport their Purple Santa Clause in the parade. Madison H who has been doing this support since 2005 again proudly

9 November 2019 EVENT: Buda Veterans Day Parade LOCATION: Buda, TX 9 Nov 19 was the 2nd annual Veteran’s Parade in Buda, TX. Representing LSMVPA were Danny K., James B., Jamie H. and a cameo appearance by our Snow Bird member Merv P. It must have been his red beret because everyone wanted a picture

9 November 2019 EVENT: Bastrop Veterans Weekend Car Show LOCATION: Bastrop, TX Vehicles on Display: M38A1 Members in Display: Jim H This years event was sponsored by the Bastrop Area Cruisers. There were over 500 cars in the show. This is the most for Bastrop’s history. This was probably due to the outstanding weather conditions.

9 November 2019 EVENT: 16th Annual Red, White & Blue Veterans Banquet LOCATION: Bastrop, TX DATE: 9 November 2019 Event Purpose: Fund raising for the JR. ROTC’s & Veterans Bastrop area. Location: Bastrop Convention & Exhibition Center 1408 Chestnut St. Bastrop Texas. The members of the Lone Star Military Vehicle Preservation Association were requested guests

26 October 2019 EVENT: Elgin Hogeye Festival Car Show LOCATION: Elgin, Texas DATE: 26 October 2019 Vehicles in Car Show: M37, M38A1, M1009, M1009 Members in Car Show: Madison H, Jim H, James Hy, Domingo M We had been invited to the car show by Mr. John S., president of the Lone Star Car Club.

6 October 2019 EVENT: Club Picnic LOCATION: Austin, Texas DATE: 6 October 2019 Another year and another club picnic checked off in the done column, another good crowd and good times were had by all. I want to thank everyone for making this years picnic the success it was. It’s only successful because of everyone

5 October 2019 EVENT: Gonzales Parade LOCATION: Gonzales, Texas DATE: 5 October 2019 As usual, the town really turned out for the parade. The weather was a little warm but clear. After trying to find our location, the Convoy Commander having had a little direction problem, we found our spot. Although asking for 85 feet,

28 September 2019 EVENT: Touch-a-Truck LOCATION: Camp Mabry, Austin, TX DATE: 28 September 2019 Vehicles in Event: M38A1 Willys, 1948 Harley Servi-Car, M35 2-1/2T Trk, M813 5T Trk, M931 5T Tractor w/Semi Van Members in Event: Jim H, Barry F, Andy P, Scott P, Rory C, Panda B This event was originally scheduled for May

21 September 2019 EVENT: Founders Day LOCATION: McGregor, Texas DATE: 21 September 2019 First ever in my life, I entered a car show. People’s Choice Car Show at Founder’s Day, McGregor, 21 Sept. 2019. Won 2nd place. Lost to the blue Camaro. However, I had talkers and galkers like flies at a picnic. Had a

31 August 2019 EVENT: Fayette County Fair (LaGrange Parade) LOCATION: LaGrange, TX DATE: 31 August 2019 Vehicles in Parade: M38A1 1/4T Jeep (Jim H); M37B1 3/4 T Trk (Danny K); M37 3/4T Trk (Madison H); M185 Shop Van (Matt T); M185 Shop Van (Jackie W) Members in Parade: Jim H, Danny K, Madison H, Matt

3 August 2019 EVENT: Bastrop Homecoming LOCATION: Bastrop, TX The 72nd Bastrop Homecoming Parade was held Saturday 3 August 2019. Two members of the Lone Star MVPA were present. Kenneth S and his wife represented the Marine Corps League Lost Pines Leathernecks Det. 384. Their Marine green M38A1 Jeep led the parade while pulling a

6 July 2019 EVENT: Red White and You Dance LOCATION: Bastrop, TX DATE: 6 July 2019 This event is a USO styled fundraiser for the City of Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center held on site. John C. with his M151A2, Madison H. with his M38A1 and I with my 1948 Servi-Car were invited to place

4 July 2019 EVENT: Cedar Park Parade LOCATION: Cedar Park, TX AAR Pending

4 July 2019 EVENT: Lakeway Parade LOCATION: Lakeway, TX DATE: 4 July 2019 AAR Pending

16 June 2019 EVENT: Austin Father’s Day Car Show LOCATION: Austin, TX It was breezy with little sunshine, but the turnout was good for both vehicles and spectators. Being alone, most photos were captured near the end of the show. Barry

15 June 2019 Location: Austin, Texas Third annual Travis Country Father’s Day Car Show with approx. 30 vehicles. Featured the only military vehicle and debuted the “Sarge Simulator” audio rig. Won Best Truck category.

15 June 2019 EVENT: Lockhart Chisholm Trail Roundup Grand Parade LOCATION: Lockhart, Texas DATE: 15 June 2019 Vehicles in Parade: 5T Tractor – 2each, M1009 – 2each, M274 Mule, M37, M38A1 Jeep – 2 each Members in Parade: Rory C, Panda, Scott P & Wife, James H & Angie, Kell W & Wife, Danny K,

8 June 2019 EVENT: POW Camp LOCATION: Hearne, Texas DATE: 8 June 2019 After Action Report, June 8, 2019, Hearne, Texas POW Camp. The morning was one of the best weather days in some time and the site was busy with folks reading their displays for the day. J.D., had setup most of his display

1 June 2019 Location: Dripping Springs, Texas Deployed Club Members: James B. (1942 Willys MB + Bantam Trailer) Contingency Purpose: Vehicle Display in Local Car Show 1. Arrived at location and made contact with Event Coordinator, Ingrid. 2. Staged vehicle and prepared 81mm mortar display 3. Answered questions until end of show 4. Won “Spectator