CLINTON, Ind. (WTHI) – Associates of Ernie Pyle offered a present tonight impressed by World Battle II period leisure.
The group took individuals again in time with World Battle II-era leisure and dinner at South Vermillion Excessive Faculty in Clinton. Performers included college students from North and South Vermillion excessive colleges, skilled musicians, a navy band and extra.
Proceeds will increase cash for the group's newest challenge and the Ernie Pyle and Veterans Memorial Park.
“I believe any time you might have a challenge that honors veterans and their households, it means loads to the individuals right here. That's actually the crux of what the Ernie Pyle World Battle II Museum does. It not solely continues the legacy of Ernie Pyle, but in addition continues to honor veterans,” mentioned board member Max Jones.
The park may also characteristic a commissioned bronze statue of Ernie Pyle, created by Clinton sculptor Invoice Wolfe.