ARLINGTON, Texas — Hundreds visited the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington to honor those who served our country.
Each veteran’s story is brought to life through photos, videos and artifacts in every exhibit. It’s the reason why Marvin Hill and his uncle Frank Williams came to the museum, to remember their time served in the military.
“It was a fierce battle going on right close to us…not having any experience, not knowing what to do. I stayed put,” explained Williams.
As an Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War, Williams was moved to tears learning about fallen soldiers who had the same experience he did.
“It took a lot. Thank that man above. … He gave me the strength to do it. Otherwise, I wouldn’t be here,” Williams said tearfully.
“It’s dear to him to say how he’s blessed. That he came out of it and he see others that didn’t. So it’s kind of hard,” said Hill, holding back tears.
The National Medal of Honor Museum opened earlier this year in March, making this Veterans Day the museum’s first to celebrate.
Organizers say they want North Texans to remember all that was sacrificed.
“You know, I hope that everybody that comes to the museum leaves with the understanding of what our service members have done to provide their liberties and freedoms,” said Paul Faulks, who has helped organize the Texas Veterans Day Parade every year.
Faulks says the parade has gotten bigger from the last year.
“We are seeing more and more excitement each year. And, I can’t wait to see where we’re at in five years, because every year it it’s close to doubled,” he said.
During the parade, unwrapped gifts for Toys of Tots were collected.