U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.
Chickasaw WWII veterans visit the WWII National Monument in Washington, D.C. May 2008.
After lying a wreath in honor of all Chickasaw veterans, four Chickasaw WWII vets saluted the Tomb of the Unknown soldier, November 2009.
About
This is a nationwide program created in appreciation for the military service of Chickasaw veterans. The program is available for Chickasaw veterans 60 years of age or older. All applicants are included in a random drawing for an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C.
The Chickasaw Nation Division on Aging staff will accompany the selected veterans on the trip. The trip’s itinerary includes tours of all the major war monuments, Smithsonian Museum tours, a visit to Arlington National Cemetery, a tour of the United States Capitol and many other fun and exciting activities. Eligible veterans must complete the attached form and return to the division on aging.
You Provide
- Completed 762 RE form
- Copy of Chickasaw citizenship card
- Verification of military service
Eligibility
- Must be 60 years of age or older
- Must be a Chickasaw citizen
- Must be a veteran
- Participants must not have participated in veteran’s trip
program before
Nine Chickasaw WWII veterans at the WWII National Monument in Washington, D.C. November 2008. |
Fifteen Chickasaw veterans from across the country visited the U.S. Capitol, November 2009. |