Members from the Independence VFW and American Legion Posts are shown with a 1944 Case SI Airborne tractor still on display as part of the “Ag in the Military Display”.
Monday, November 11 is Veterans Day. To honor and say thank you to all retired and current US Military members, Heartland Acres is offering half price admission to the museum for the month of November. Military ID required.
According to the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs website the origin of Veterans Day began in 1921. An unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery and similar ceremonies occurred in England and France. These memorials took place on November 11, giving universal recognition to the celebrated ending of World War I fighting at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918 (the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month). The day was known as “Armistice Day” and is now called Veterans Day.
Jerry Shaffer, Heartland Acres part time maintenance man who served in Occupied Germany with the US Army from 1954 – 1955 commented “Serving our country is something special and is something we did and loved doing.” To Jerry and all other retired and currently serving US Military we say – Thank you.
“Ag in the Military Display” remains on exhibit due to its popularity and is becoming a cornerstone exhibit for Heartland Acres.
For hours of operation and more information about Heartland Acres check us out at www.heartlandacresusa.com or call 319.332.0123.
