VERANDAH RESIDENT, FRED PARKER, IN HIS HOME OFFICE WHERE HE DISPLAYS ALL OF HIS WORLD WAR II MEMORABILIA. HE CALLS IT THE “WORLD WAR II REMEMBRANCE ROOM”.
Walking into the office of Verandah resident, Fred Parker is an overwhelming experience. You are greeted by four life-size mannequins sporting World War II uniforms from various countries and floor to ceiling walls covered with World War II memorabilia.
In addition to the uniforms, his collection includes weapons, medals, patches, field gear and other military artifacts from 20 different countries, both Allied and Axis.
“I have also had the honor of amassing quite a collection of stories from people I have met.” said Fred. “The real highlight of my journey has been the veterans and their families and learning their stories.”
Fred will share his journey at the next Verandah Community University presentation on Tuesday, November 18th, 4:00-5:30 in the River House. Remembering World War II…Lest We Forget.
Some of his collection will be on view at the River House for the presentation. He will also discuss his trips to Normandy, Bastogne, General Patton’s grave, the Eagle’s Nest and the Altaussee salt mines. He says he loves sharing his stories to keep the memory of World War II alive.
“We all lead incredible lives, irrespective of personal hardships and heartaches. Most of us owe that to what has come to be known as the ‘Greatest Generation’” added Fred. “We should never forget the sacrifices they made to give us that.”
To register for Remembering World War II…Lest We Forget, visit the event calendar on http://WWW.VERANDAHLIFE.COM
