He spoke of the positive influences the CCC had on his life. “I was sent to Nevada on a big ranch to help construct the 'Big Ditch.' I learned discipline, mechanical skills, and to believe in myself.” Dr. Robert Anderson of Bridgeport, one of the Founders of the West Virginia CCC Museum in 2002 spoke concerning the importance of keeping the legacy of the CCC alive. Michael Romano, Harrison County Commissioner addressed the group briefly. He stated that he had two uncles who served in the CCC and that the museum is a very positive attraction for Central West Virginia. The program continued with flag raising ceremony held indoors because of the inclement weather. Markie Shellhammer, talented fifth grader from Clarksburg, played the National Anthem and then Taps. A moment of silence was held for all those CCC Vets and
World War II Vets who are ill or who have passed away.
Solemn ceremony honoring our CCC Vets and the Legacy of the CCC as taps and the National Anthem were being played.
CCC Hall of Fame member Harlen C. Frederick of Fairmont discusses some of his experiences in the CCC
with television station announcer from WDTV.
Board member and First Lady, Pat Piercy, prepares refreshments for the twenty eight attendees as the program winds down.