Ride To Remember
Author: Jen Dalrymple, American Legion
Jen Dalrymple
American Legion
On Saturday morning, Townsend residents and a few Broadwater County sheriffs and fire department personnel stood at the Front Street and Broadway intersection in anticipation of the Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Awareness Association's annual Ride To Remember.
The roar could be heard for miles north before the motorcycles could be seen, escorted by a Lewis and Clark County Sheriff vehicle with all the lights flashing. Those who showed up began waving American flags and welcoming the riders as they drove down Highway 287.
Several hundred motorcyclists riding all types of motorcycles began their journey at Veterans Park in Helena, roaring their way along the Montana-designated POW/MIA Highway towards West Yellowstone. Some riders will complete the entire 183-mile journey, while others may drop off or join in along the route. Riders do not just come from around the state, but from surrounding states and even our Canadian neighbors, to pay tribute to the 53 Montana POW/MIA personnel and raise awareness of their plight.
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Image 1 Caption: Montana POW/MIA Awareness Association 's Ride To Remember
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