WWII Day at Stars and Stripes

Saturday, March 25, 2023

Dexter Statesman/Josh Ayers

WWII Day was held Saturday at the Stars and Stripes Museum in Bloomfield. Reenactments, hands on displays, food, Jeep Rides and more were offered.

The SEMO Military Vehicle Group poses with a 1942 Ford Jeep. The also performed reenactments.
Museum curator Laura Dumey speaks to Mike Penney about the 1942 Ford Jeep.
The SEMO Military Vehicle Group also provided Jeep tours of the Missouri Veterans Cemetery which is located near the museum.
A half track vehicle on display.
Ace Brunfiield holds 1919 A4. The weapon weighs about 31 pounds, fully loaded with ammo the weight increases to around 38 pounds.