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1st Annual event, September 5, 2004 Snow Owl, Shawnee Nation

From across the Nation to attend a Historical one day Event to Honor all the men and women who have fought in defense of our country. They will represent their tribal nations on this day of Patriotism and Unity to remember what great sacrifices we all have made for Freedom. And to remind ourselves and the rest of the world that Patriotism grew from our native roots and these roots are stronger than ever.

(l to r) Joe Frates, Sioux & Seneca Nations, (Vietnam Vet.), Dr. Michael J. Wagner, Director, Family Assistance (Walter Reed Army Medical Center), Mrs. O'Shia (Mother), John O'Shia, U.S. Army, (Iraq Vet.), Benno Cleveland, Inupiak Nation, (Vietnam Vet.).