The start of the “Old Glory Relay” to The World Games has officially kicked off, and personal-freedoms are carrying the U.S. flag as they make their way to the multi-sport event.
Military veterans and military will make the 44-day trek to Birmingham, Alabama, from Washington, D.C., rain or shine.
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Participants will “run, walk, ruck, push, and cyclea>” to the games’ destination, according to Team Red, White & Blue — the veteran health and wellness nonprofit that’s hosting the relay.<
U.S. Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough carries the American flag while veterans from Team Red, White and Blue, Daryl Taylor of Airbus, and Nick Sellers of The World Games 2022 gather on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., for the launch of the Old Glory Relay. Participants will travel to Birmingham, Alabama.
(The World Games 2022)
“The Old Glory Relay is symbolic of our belief that veterans are our most resilient citizens,” said Mike Erwin, the executive director of Team RWB, in a statement.
He continued, “As we pass the American Flag from one supporter to the next over its 3,100-mile journey, we display consistent support that connects thousands of Americans.”
The relay is partnered with BMW, and the car manufacturer will lead participants down the predetermined relay route with the BMW X5 45e.
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Supporters who wish to keep an eye on the flag’s whereabouts can follow along on BMWOGRtracker.com.
From left to right, Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Airbus Vice President Daryl Taylor, Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL) and The World Games 2022 CEO Nick Sellers gather at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., for the launch of the Old Glory Relay.
(The World Games 2022)
Aspiring relay participants can sign up as an individual or team on Team Red, White & Blue’s website, which is: TeamRWB.org. The nonprofit is also accepting donations online.
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“It’s going to be an incredible moment of national unity to watch military bring the American flag into the Opening Ceremony in front of a live, global audience as our country plays host to thousands of athletes and fans from every corner of the world,” said Nick Sellers, the CEO of The World Games 2022.
