OE Attends Grand Opening George H. W. Bush Gallery
National Museum Of The Pacific War
Dec 7th, 2009

John and i set off bright and early this cold wet morning with high hopes to catch the Golden Knight Army Parachute Team land in the Museum courtyard. Unfortunately the weather didn't cooperate, low vis prevented them from jumping. I taked to a couple of them and they of course were equally disappointed. While getting a few shots of the Knights bird we linked up with Richard (Dick) Estenson pilot and owner of the famous Hanger Hotel.
John and I have many fond memories from our stays at the Hanger.
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After departing the airport we made way to the gallelry opening we areive just in time for colors flag ceremony. The Marine band provided inspirational music as part of the event. .

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John stops for a Kodak moment while a crowd of 5000+ wait for the cutting of the ribbion. General Hagee was full of humor and excitment as he opened the ceremony.............................

Perhaps the most inspiring speech came from keynote speaker General Conway. Of cousre everyone was anxious the greet the Mr. and Mrs. George H. W Bush.along with the security team.
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John shows off the new museum show piece a replicated sub conning tower as she comes out of the water..

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We were both delighted to find New Britain as one of the 20 large plaques found at the top of the Museum Entrance.


I really didn't expect the Red Carpet Treatment but being the stars we are I just couldn't resist the temptation to feel important
All jokes aside, deep down the most important thing that occured this day was the placing of the Dec. 7th Memorial Wreath
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What a day!!