Submitted by: Kim Dipre

Category: Visual

Post 145 (Islamorada, Fla.) members participated in the Wounded Warrior Soldier Ride event on Jan. 7, 2022. The convoy of Wounded Warrior bike riders and Post 145 - in their iconic M37 weapons carrier topped with signs like "Wounded Warriors Rock, Respect and Gratitude from Post 145" with a dozen flags flying - blazed the first 12.3-mile leg of the riders’ journey from Key Largo to Tavernier. Several Post 145 members, one being a Purple Heart recipient, also pedaled the distance along with the Wounded Warrior riders. Supporters and the community showed up by the hundreds along the entire route to cheer and applaud the Warriors as they traveled the world-famous Overseas Highway through the beautiful Florida Keys. A huge reception from students, the local community and dignitaries greeted the Wounded Warrior riders at Coral Shores High School in Tavernier. The Warriors' total journey covered a 103-mile route from Key Largo to Key West. Several Post 145 members performed in the 79th Street Band, at the wrap party held in Key West. You can view our video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnJMdvjpfCI, or to view on your big screen search YouTube for "Post 145 Wounded Warrior 2022."

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Post 145, Islamorada, Fla.