The Celebration of Freedom 2010 is more than the first Anniversary of the Grand Opening of the General Tommy Franks Leadership Institute and Museum, it is an experience into the life and times of General Tommy Franks. Take a tour through the museum and learn how a young boy from Oklahoma grew up to become one of the greatest military leaders. See and experience the cultures from countries around the world. We also invite you to attend other special activities here, which include book signings from both the General and special guests a silent auction with many one of a kind items and the ceremony for the Peet Station Annex.

Special hours During the Celebration of Freedom:

10:00 to 5:00 Saturday May 29, 2010

12:00 to 5:00 Sunday May 30, 2010

1:00 to 5:00 Monday May 31, 2010

General Tommy Franks served his country for 38 years. A national hero who served his country with honor, he was wounded three times and received five awards for valor in the Vietnam War. He ultimately, rose through the ranks to become the commanding general who led our troops to military victories in Afghanistan and Iraq after the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center. During that time, he and his wife Cathy had collected and been presented with a virtual treasure trove of mementoes and gifts from around the world. When the General retired, many of the items were in storage, and he decided that he wanted to share them with others by placing them in a museum for public viewing.

Along with this presentation, he also wanted the American people to recognize the reality of the cultural differences or similarities among nations as they view gifts given to him in friendship, or see the vestiges of evil acknowledged in museum displays. The education of today’s youth in preparation for the challenges of tomorrow is the General’s passion, and he has created a leadership institute in conjunction with the museum to promote its theme of Leadership, Patriotism and Service.

Call 580-726-5900 or visit:"http://www.tommyfranksmusuem.org" for more details see the corresponding information to learn about all the activities planned for this special day.