Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band will return to the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2015 as a grand finale of a daylong tribute to veterans on Friday, July 24th.
Sinise, best known for his role as Vietnam veteran Lt. Dan Taylor in the classic film "Forrest Gump," and as a star of the hit TV series CSI: NeW York , plays bass in The Lt. Dan Band and is a well known supporter of veterans and active duty personnel.
The concert is a highlight of AirVenture's own "Salute to Veterans" and is included with the day's admission to AirVenture.
The popular band is hosted by the DAV (Disable American Veterans) and EAA Warbirds of America and will appear at the Boeing Plaza stage.
The Lt. Dan Band covers everything from Bruce Springsteen to Beyonce.
This will be the fifth time that the Lt. Dan Band has performed at EAA.
About the DAV
The 1.2 million-member DAV, a non-profit organization founded in 1920 and chartered by the US Congress in 1932, represents this nations disabled veterans.
It is dedicated to a single purpose: fulfilling our promises to the men and women who served.
"The DAV is thrilled to bring our message of service to America's veterans and their families to this years airshow at Oshkosh" said DAV National Commander Ron Hope.
"Sponsoring such a talented band is our way of thanking the patriotic citizens who attend events like this in their unwavering support of honoring the men and women who served."
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