4th Annual Patriot Guard Ride to Camp Shelby | News

The following is a press release from Camp Shelby:

Members of the Mississippi Patriot Guard Riders will conduct their Fourth Annual Gathering of the Guard motorcycle ride through Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center on June 23 at 10 a.m.

During the annual pilgrimage, 60 Mississippi Patriot Guard riders will visit the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum and share their patriotism with members of the Mississippi Army National Guard.

The mission of the Patriot Guard involves respect for our veterans, fallen heroes, their Families and community. The Patriot Guard is instrumental in assisting military Families in the event of a lost American hero serving as a barrier against anti-war protestors to avoid interruption during a military funeral.

The Mississippi Patriot Guard is instrumental in aiding in the resources, monetary donations and volunteer time to support veteran assistance program such as Operation Homefront, the Wounded Warrior Project, Freedom Grants and many others.