Florida State H.O.G. Rally
Cocoa Beach , Florida . October 22- 25, 2008
Article by Robert Harris " Sky Soldier"

Hats off to Florida's Harley Owner's Group for their hospitality in hosting the Veteran Tribute Bike at their Cocoa Beach , Florida State H.O.G. Bike Rally. The respect shown for the Tribute Bike and what it stands for and represents by Florida H.O.G. leadership as well as its rank and file went far beyond the call of any host. Respect begets respected and they have earned mine. On behalf of my self and my fellow Veterans a warm THANK YOU . Also a thank you to the local Sheriff's who provided the Tribute Bike with a police escort from the hotel ( Hilton ) to the host of the bike show ( " Ron Jon's Surf Shop"). It was befitting royalty. Click Here to See Photo. Both hosts were great and I thank their management for their hospitality as well. Rain put a damper on the bike show but thanks to Ron Jon's Surf Shop who offered the Tribute Bike shelter the bike stayed dry.
I would especially like to thank " Bruce Fuller " and congratulate him and his crew on a fine job co-ordinating the whole affair. A job well done. Bruce and I both served with the 173rd.Airborne Brigade ( Seperate ) in Vietnam as " Sky Soldiers".
I am particulary proud of the plack presented to me on behalf of Florida's H.O.G. Chapter which read : In appreciation Robert " Vet Bob" Harris Veteran Tribute Bike for all who served for American Freedom 2008 Florida State H.O.G. Rally Cocoa Beach , Florida. (Photo to the Left)
The only down side was the phone call I receive at 6:00 a.m. Sunday morning informing me that " Dodo Wilde " of Lehigh Acres, Florida who is a member of Naples, Florida H.O.G. Chapter climbed over the barriors set up to protect the Tribute Bike and against instructions from the hotels security several time climbed onto the Tribute Bike causing it to fall over which caused damage to the bike and its one of kind custom Airbrushed art work. She then tried to walk away but was stopped by eye witnesses and held her until the police arrived.
Why a H.O.G. member who owns a bike herself would do such a thing is beyond me. Hopeful her insurance will cover the cost.
Until my next article ride safe , be safe , and be good. If you can't be good be careful.
Always remember that all gave some - some gave all.
Time was served - Time to honor .
The country which forgets its defenders will itself be forgotten.
If you love and enjoy your freedoms thank a Vet.

Show your love - Hug a Vet .

Robert Harris - " Sky Soldier"
173rd. Airborne - Vietnam 1965 - 66

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