Electra Glide In Blue

The Patriot Guard Riders is a diverse group of motorcyclists from across the nation, with one thing in common besides motorcycles, they have an unwavering respect for those who risk their very lives for America’s freedom and security. The main mission of the PGR is to attend the funeral services of fallen American heroes as invited guests of the family. Each mission two basic objectives. 1. Show our sincere respect for our fallen heroes, their families, and their communities. 2. Shield the mourning family and their friends from interruptions created by any protester or group of protesters.

My first mission as a PGR member was quite moving, to the point of overwhelming. There where about 100 riders on this mission with 20 on the motorcade route. I was one of the 20 to accompany the motorcade from the church to the cemetery, about a 6 mile trip.Lining the streets along the route, thousands of town folk, all holding flags and dressed in red, white,and blue. Some you could see crying, others rendering a salute, a true outpouring of support and respect for this fallen hero. Sgt. Isaac Palomarez was killed in action May 9 fighting in Afghanistan. He was 26 years old. He will never be forgotten. 

No matter what your political views are, or where you come from, you can join the PGR. Membership in the Patriot Guard Riders is FREE. You don’t have to be a veteran, you don’t have to be a biker, the only thing you have to have is Respect.

Follow this link to join the PGR Patroit Guard Riders