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21 Years a Folded Flag Livestream – May 29th – 5 PM

by Travis Partington | May 27, 2021 | Blog

This is the information post about the Livestream I am doing with Danielle Rocco of Devoted to a Soldier for Gold Star son Richard Fitts Jr.

SSGT. Richard Fitts Sr. lost his life during a mission in Laos in 1968. It took 21 years for Richard Fitts Jr. and his family to receive closure. This is hard to believe in this day and age, but seeing how this affected Richard Fitts Jr. and his family brings you back to a very different time in our country.

21 Years a Folded Flag is a son’s desire to tell the story of his father’s legacy, and by extension ensure that those who served during the Vietnam War are not forgotten. It is our desire that any Vietnam Veteran who is watching this will come away with a feeling that we honor your service and we appreciate the sacrifices you and those who served with you made for our country.

Oscar Mike Radio YouTube Link – You can go to this link directly for the Livestream Saturday May 29th. Note: This link goes LIVE Saturday, May 29th 5 PM EST Promptly

Other Links to Livestream

You can go to any of these links on Saturday, May 29th, 5 PM EST to see the Livestream

YouTube -Sons of S.O.G – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyz1Vrj7X4v4MQcZW7rIm0g
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/21YearsAFoldedFlag
Facebook – Oscar Mike – https://www.facebook.com/oscarmikeradio
Facebook – Devoted Mission – https://www.facebook.com/devotedmission
Twitter – https://twitter.com/oscarmikeradio
DLive – https://dlive.tv/Oscar_Mike_Radio
Twitch – https://www.twitch.tv/firebat2k3
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/oscarmike_radio/

Thank you to those who have supported this Livestream

Carole Williams – Keeps SSGT Richard Fitts Sr.’s memory alive everyday
Sue Crosby – Devoted to the search for POW/MIAs
Liz Borden – National recording artist, SSGT Richard Fitts Sr Bracelet wearer & family friend
Tiffany Rice – Spirit medium & family friend
Ed McGee – Audio engineer and personal friend
Colonel Dick Thompson – MAC V SOG Veteran
Gail Huff – Broadcast Journalist
Former Senator Scott Brown and currently ambassador for New Zealand
Gary Hoey – National recording artist and friend to Richard Fitts Jr.
Ken Bowra – MAC V SOG Veteran
Tia Mayhem and Tanya Venom- Stormstress – Boston based power trio band
Sue Austin – Abington, MA hometown family supporter
Crossroads Music – Hanover, MA – Bob, Jim & Paul
Tom Tolman – Musician, friend and soundtrack contributor
Hirsch Gardner – National recording artist, member of New England
USSV Post 2 SSGT Richard A Fitts Chapter
Rob Graham – Creative Director (and Founder) at Savage Game Group
Lenny Clarke – Comedian/Actor
Mistress Carrie – Radio personality and host of the Mistress Carrie Podcast
James Shorten – MAC V SOG Veteran
John Stryker “Tilt” Meyer – MAC V SOG Veteran
Danielle Rocco – Devoted to a Soldier
Shaun Alden Schubert – Red Seal Marital Arts – Sponsor of Oscar Mike Radio
Mark Holmes – Reaper Detailing and Powerwashing – Sponsor of Oscar Mike Radio
Yasmine Zachary – Catering – Yaz’s Table
Joyce Asack – Asack Real Estate – Sponsor of Oscar Mike Radio
Stacy and John Currie – Semper Savage
Anthony Arnold – Whoobazoo
Keith Hayes – Whoobazoo
Everyone who keeps the memory of those who served in the Vietnam War alive. They will never be forgotten.

21 Years a Folded Flag – May 29th Preview

by Travis Partington | May 30, 2018 | Blog

Richard Fitts Jr. invited to come watch the pre-release version of “21 Years a Folded Flag” at the Bridgewater, MA Public Library. I was pleased to see how many people came to support Richard and Rudy’s labor of love. It was standing room only by the time Richard and Rudy got up to introduce the film. They were happy and honored to see everyone.

It was clear to see that they were very proud of their work. No small amount of sacrifice and effort has gone into getting the film to this point. I feel that this a unique experience that you can’t miss if you had family members who served in the Vietnam War or want to know more about our country during that time.

As I watched this film, I was drawn into the story in Laos and here in Abington, MA. Not to give away all the good parts, but there is a scene about a third of the way into the film that stopped the room cold. We couldn’t believe what we were seeing and it set the tone for the remainder of the film. You will need to watch and see if you agree with me.

A thought occurred to me as I watched Richard Fitts Jr. recount his memories. Many times children are left out of the conversation when it comes to the grieving process. Watching Richard at all stages of his life until there is closure was a stark reminder that everyone pays a price for the life we enjoy in America today.

Keep checking back here and on Richard’s Facebook Page for more information about this project. You don’t want to miss this story about a son honoring is father’s service and his family’s sacrifice.