South Bend, IN - May 22, 2012 - The College Football Hall of Fame is joining in honoring all who have given their lives in defense of our country. As our nation continues to strive for liberty and justice for all, we must remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice as well as those who have served or are currently serving our country. The College Football Hall of Fame is showing its' appreciation for all veterans and current military personnel this Memorial Day Weekend.
The College Football Hall of Fame will present a new exhibit featuring Pat Tillman who was a Veteran and is a College Football Hall of Famer. The exhibit will pay tribute to his leadership on and off the field both during college and later as a professional football player as well as his commitment to service. Tillman left his professional career and enlisted in the United States Army in June 2002 in the aftermath of the September 11, 2011 attacks. He joined the Army Rangers and served several tours in combat before he died in the mountains of Afghanistan in 2004.
Honoring all those who serve, the College Football Hall of Fame is offering the following discounts this Memorial Day:
Free Admission for all Military Personnel
Reduced Admission for all families and friends of Military guests
First 25 Military guests will receive a free special commemorative poster
Also, remember that the 2012 College Football Enshrinement Festival is July 20-21!