Did you know that America's oldest veteran en route to D.C. on Honor Flight?

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 14:13:25 -0500

Did you know that America's oldest veteran en route to D.C. on Honor Flight?

I've seen a few discussions about the oldest veteran on RallyPoint, but here is one that is 110 years old heading to Washington D.C.

110-year-old Frank Levingston experienced quite the scene at New Orleans International Airport Sunday morning.

Before his flight to Washington D.C., a group sent him off with a rendition of "God Bless America".

Check out the pictures and video! Awesome!

http://www.kplctv.com/story/30676060/jillians-blog-americas-oldest-veteran-enroute-to-dc-on-honor-flight

America's oldest veteran, 110 year old Frank Levingston was sent off in style as he departs for the trip of a lifetime.

Levingston will fly from New Orleans to Washington, D.C., Sunday morning as a part of an Honor Flight.

Before leaving for the crescent city, Levingston was celebrated in Lake Charles by the VFW Post 2130.

"I'm here today to issue a proclamation in his honor, which makes today Frank Levingston Day in honor of his 110th Birthday," said Mayor Randy Roach.

Roach also gave Mr. Levingston the task of giving President Barack Obama a key to the city of Lake Charles.

He also was honored with a challenge coin from the sheriff's office.

Sheriff Tony Mancuso called Levingston an American hero.

JILLIAN'S BLOG: America's oldest veteran en route to D.C. on Honor Flight

America's oldest veteran, 110 year old Frank Levingston was sent off in style as he departs for the trip of a lifetime.

Response by SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL made Dec 6 at 2015 2:30 PM

SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 14:30:11 -0500

COL Mikel J. Burroughs thanks for posting, intriguing article. Very historic and informational.

Response by SGT Scott Bell made Dec 6 at 2015 2:32 PM

SGT Scott Bell — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 14:32:22 -0500

No i did not

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Dec 6 at 2015 2:54 PM

LTC Stephen F. — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 14:54:24 -0500

COL Mikel J. Burroughs know that America's oldest veteran 110-year-old Frank Levingston was en route to D.C. on Honor Flight. Thank you for sharing this news. I certainly hope that Army veteran Frank Levingston has been honored by everybody who comes into contact with on this journey.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 6 at 2015 3:03 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 15:03:26 -0500

This is a great post sir! I am glad that Frank Levingston is being recognized as the hero that he is, while he is still living. To live to be 110 years old is awesome.

Response by MAJ Alvin B. made Dec 6 at 2015 4:21 PM

MAJ Alvin B. — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 16:21:15 -0500

Outstanding. I hope he has a fantastic trip. My sincere thanks to all who made this happen.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 6 at 2015 9:23 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 21:23:46 -0500

Wow..... the last of a great generation. COL Mikel J. Burroughs SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL LTC Stephen F. LTC Stephen C. CPT L S

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Dec 6 at 2015 11:49 PM

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 23:49:44 -0500

That is a Very Life Experienced Soldier. He Looks like a Happy Camper ready for another Adventure.

Response by PV2 Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 7 at 2015 1:28 AM

PV2 Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 07 Dec 2015 01:28:25 -0500

That's totally awesome! Thank you for sharing Sir!

Response by PFC David Ryba made Dec 7 at 2015 8:20 AM

PFC David Ryba — Mon, 07 Dec 2015 08:20:41 -0500

I love it!

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Dec 7 at 2015 8:59 AM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Mon, 07 Dec 2015 08:59:50 -0500

I will be taking my father (84) Korean War Veteran (Purple Heart recipient) on a Honor Flight to Washington DC in June or July of 2016. I will be his guardian. Thanks to LTC John Shaw I found out about the program and got him signed up. I know he will have a great day and I'm blessed to be able to accompany him.

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Mar 9 at 2017 7:30 AM

SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth — Thu, 09 Mar 2017 07:30:42 -0500

Safe and happy flight to all great veterans going.