Veterans who participated in an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. last week were greeted Saturday night by a large crowd at Austin’s Bergstrom International Airport upon their arrival back from the nation’s capital. Lampasas resident James Welch, left side of photograph holding a carry-on bag, served with the Marines during the Korean War. JIM LOWE | DISPATCH RECORD
James Welch is pictured at the airport with family members. From left: son Zac Welch; Anne Welch, James’ wife; Welch; grandson William Welch; James Welch’s daughter Denise Momberg; and granddaughter Emily Momberg. James, Zac and William all served in the Marines. A special point of family pride is William’s service as a crew chief aboard the Marine Two backup presidential helicopter. Not pictured: daughter Kristy Welch. JIM LOWE | DISPATCH RECORD
This Southwest Airlines jet features the stars and stripes of the United States flag. The aircraft is reserved for special occasions such as Honor Flights. JMATTHEW WINES | COURTESY PHOTO
Korean War veteran from Lampasas received special recognition over the weekend when he joined an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. A
James Welch, 88, joined the U.S. Marine Corps in July 1951 and spent most of his three years of service in Korea during the Korean War. Through Honor Flight, he was able to visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial on Saturday.
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