The 5th annual Veterans Celebration car show held at the Citrus Tower. November 7th 2004.

This was a top 50 show and almost 200 cars made it out on this perfect fall day. There were so many events to go to today that I am surprised that this one was as big as it was.

The Korean War Veterans Association chapter 188 (South Lake County) was the host to this event. There was entertainment in the Lobby of the tower as well as provided by Butch and Jen Johnston all day long. At 1:00 the Veterans Day ceremony took place on the main stage. During the National Anthem we experienced a vintage war bird, fly over. It was timed perfect.

In the grassy plaza in front of the tower there were displays from the Clermont Police department as well as the Explorers post. Several Vintage show cars were on hand, including Harold Murphy's "El Matador" always a crowd pleaser. The Military Vehicle Restorers Society had a large display of equipment from the Korean War Era.

At 1:30, for the 3rd year in a row, the "Dukes of Harmony" came on center stage with the music that they continue to preserve and enlighten the audience. Several Acappella numbers as well as numbers with CD accompaniments. Always a good show!

The closing ceremonies included awards to the sponsors as well as the top 50 cars. The "Dukes of Harmony" received a special participation award.

It was a great afternoon and cause to "Cruise" for, I just might take this one in again next year.

Here are the photos I took. It may take a while to load them all initially, there are 70 thumbnails on this page.

Enjoy.......

That was a lot of pictures, I had not seen many of these cars in a long time, or never before.

See you at the Wednesday and Thursday Nite Cruise-Ins