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Palm Bay native Americans rock for Gitmo troops
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Performance for troops. Native Americans and their supporters from
Palm Bay and other areas of Brevard County last month gave a dual
performance to U.S. troops stationed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
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PALM BAY � Native Americans and their supporters from Palm Bay and
other areas of Brevard County last month gave a dual performance to U.S.
troops stationed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Arranged by Janet and Gerald Finnegan of Speedy Pac in Palm Bay, the
"Troupe of Many Nations" was led by Palm Bay resident James
Redblood Adkins, whose brother is in the military.
Ten native American nations were represented and demonstrated seven
styles of dance, along with drums, songs, flute playing and story
telling.
"Our intent was to honor the U.S. troops and bring an insight into a
culture from the oldest traditions of America,'' Adkins said.
Along for contrast for the younger servicemen and women was a modern
rock band made up of Atkins, along with Melbourne Village Police Officer
Joseph Barrera and Palm Bay Firefighter Willie Cordeau Jr.
Performances included formal events for admirals and generals and more
informal events such as local elementary schools and at the local Navy
Exchange for enlisted men and women and U.S. contractors.
Janet Finnegan still is moved by the unusual trip.
"To stand in a communist country, hear "The Star Spangled
Banner'' playing and know that you are surrounded by men and women
sworn to protect your freedom is truly a moving experience."
Other Brevard County residents to make the journey included Victor Dusan
of Cape Canaveral, Rita and Dawn Divelbiss of Melbourne, and Edward
Beall of Cocoa.
BY GEORGE WHITE
FLORIDA TODAY
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Performance for troops. Native Americans and their supporters from
Palm Bay and other areas of Brevard County last month gave a dual
performance to U.S. troops stationed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
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PALM BAY � Native Americans and their supporters from Palm Bay and
other areas of Brevard County last month gave a dual performance to U.S.
troops stationed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Arranged by Janet and Gerald Finnegan of Speedy Pac in Palm Bay, the
"Troupe of Many Nations" was led by Palm Bay resident James
Redblood Adkins, whose brother is in the military.
Ten native American nations were represented and demonstrated seven
styles of dance, along with drums, songs, flute playing and story
telling.
"Our intent was to honor the U.S. troops and bring an insight into a
culture from the oldest traditions of America,'' Adkins said.
Along for contrast for the younger servicemen and women was a modern
rock band made up of Atkins, along with Melbourne Village Police Officer
Joseph Barrera and Palm Bay Firefighter Willie Cordeau Jr.
Performances included formal events for admirals and generals and more
informal events such as local elementary schools and at the local Navy
Exchange for enlisted men and women and U.S. contractors.
Janet Finnegan still is moved by the unusual trip.
"To stand in a communist country, hear "The Star Spangled
Banner'' playing and know that you are surrounded by men and women
sworn to protect your freedom is truly a moving experience."
Other Brevard County residents to make the journey included Victor Dusan
of Cape Canaveral, Rita and Dawn Divelbiss of Melbourne, and Edward
Beall of Cocoa.
