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Sgt. York Stamp Dedication

Pall Mall, Tennesse near Jamestown was the site of an event of historical significance Saturday, May 6th, 2000 where ceremonies were held honoring Tennessee's native son and legendary World War I hero, Sgt. Alvin C. York. The celebration got underway at 1PM at recently renovated York Country Store and Wolf River Post Office. The occasion marks the "First Day of Issue in Pall Mall" of the Sgt. Alvin C. York postage stamp. The commemorative stamp was released at the Pentagon May 3rd by the U.S. Postal Service.

Top-L-R-Anthony Cole, Ronnie York, John York, Betty York
2nd Row-Judith York, Betty York, Sandy Swanson, Jeannie Cole, Jim York, Faye York, Kenny York, Angela York, Jeremy York, Jeff York
3rd Row-Brittany Cole, Stephanie Kissick, Zachary Kissick

The legendary Tennessean from Fentress County, hailed as this nation's greatest military hero of the 20th century, is one of four distinguished soldiers from World Wars I and II being thus honored. Others include Gen. John Hines, 2nd Lt. Audie Murphy, and Gen. Omar Bradley.

Additonal Photos

• Large Crowd On Hand At Dedication
  
• Jeff Wells-Park Ranger
  
• Rep. Windle & Senator Davis
  
• Part of York Family at Dedication
  
• York Institute Color Guard
  
• Horizon Quartet Sings National Anthem
  
• Major Gen. Jackie D. Wood
  
• Rev. George Edward York
  
• Andrew York and Park Rangers