OLDGLORYRUN2008

The Old Glory Run is a first time event held Saturday, May 17, 2008 in Cold Spring, MN USA. The race attracted over 700 racers from across the state running a 5k and 1K race. In this story, we meet Curt Karls, one of the race organizers, who tells us about how the race came to be. We're also introduced to John Swanson, a military veteran who lost his leg in the war and is now running again on his artificial leg with his 8 year old son. John was one of the key inspirations that brought the race idea to the forefront. Finally, we also meet the group of men and women who ride motorcycles and carry US flags in support our soldiers and veterans. The event raised $15,000 which was donated to disabled veterans. This video story was first published on DigElogROCORI, the online media where local stories come alive.

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• cold spring
• running
• digelog
• digelogrocori
• fund raiser
• disabled veterans
• minnesota

[cameraguy72]

I ran in this race and was impressed with the organization of the event, the turnout, and the patriotism shown. I had a great time and will see you guys again in 2009. Great job!