COLUMBUS (WCMH) — The Ford Oval of Honor recognizes the common people among us willing to step forward and serve our country, like Elizabeth Barker–commissioned as an ensign in the Navy six months before graduating from nursing school, Lissa soon found herself stationed at Newport Naval Hospital in Rhode Island, charged with the care of Vietnam casualties.
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Every year during Boom, we take time to showcase the veterans who fought bravely to keep our country safe and free.
Earlier Monday evening, 11 military members were named into the Ford “Oval of Honor,” in recognition of their accomplishments.
After the ceremony, they served as grand marshals of the “Red White & BOOM!” parade.