It was a night to remember for one World War II veteran on Friday. Jim Ulbrich celebrated his 90th birthday at the SS American Memorial, which was organized by his son-in-law, Craig Russell. “He founded the place here in 1970,” Russell said. “He taught here in Seguin, he and his wife both. He’s a retired …
Fellow Americans, Starting this week until Thursday, May 4th, 2017, the SS American Memorial will start its first major capital campaign – ONLINE fundraiser. I would like to point out that the intent of our newsletter is not one where fundraising content will be the norm. In fact, this event happens only once a year. …
DEVOTED FATHER, PATRIOT, EDUCATOR, INVENTOR ANDTHE BUILDER….. BORN APRIL 7TH, 1927 DURING A TIME WHEN BEING POOR WAS REALLY POOR. HE WOULD SAY HE NEVER REALIZED IT BECAUSE EVERYONE WAS IN THE SAME POSITION. A TIME WHEN A NEW PAIR SHOES WAS A TREAT AND NEW CLOTHES WERE ONLY PURCHASED WHEN THE OLD ONES JUST COULDN’T BE …
ONE OF THE NATION’S LARGEST “FREE OF CHARGE” HOST RETREATS FOR ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY “SPIRITUAL RETREATS” IN 2015-2016. THE FAMILY CONTINUES TO GROW…… The SS American Memorial continues growing organically by word of mouth, with the first time visit from the wounded warriors of the U.S. Marine Corps Marine Detachment SAMMC this past month. The Marines enjoyed the day …
WHAT IS FREEDOM FRIDAY? Freedom Friday is held on the second Friday of each month. This event is about bringing Americans together in a unique setting and location that offers wounded warrior’s a place to comfortably TRANSITION back into the civilian setting. It also offers civilians a chance to build relationships with our military community and give thanks for …
WELCOME TO 2017! There is no time like the present to get involved with the SS American Memorial Foundation. The growth of the overall activities on an off-premises has grown exponentially. As we embark on the plan for the year, we are paying close attention to what we learned from our evaluations from events this …
Dear Americans, It has been two and half years since the dedication of the SS American Memorial building and only 7 months since the advent of the SS American Memorial Foundation 501c non-profit status. I find it amazing in the love that is shown out here on a continuous basis for love of God, Family, and Country. The …
LAZY U RANCH APPROVED location for Veterans Treatment Court…. Earlier this year the SS American Memorial Foundation board of directors approached the Guadalupe County DAV (Disabled American Veterans) group and started the motions to allow veterans court to use the Lazy U Ranch as an approved location for community service. The Honorable Judge Robin V. Dwyer …
OUR FIRST FREEDOM FRIDAY OKTOBERFEST WAS A TREMENDOUS HIT WITH FANTASTIC LIVE MUSIC, GREAT FOOD, AND GREAT AMERICANS. WHILE THE EVENT IS NOT A “FUNDRAISER” THE SS AMERICAN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION RECEIVED OVER $1000 FROM GENEROUS DONOR GUESTS IN ATTENDANCE. Don’t miss the upcoming Freedom Friday on November 11th “VETERANS DAY” – bring the entire family …
This article and interview about the SS American Memorial will be featured in the November 2016 issue. Click image to read enlarged.