Historical photos of Col. Van T. Barfoot
Col. Van T. Barfoot eventually became a distinguished aviator, and is a member of the FOrt Rucker, soon to be Fort Novosel, Aviation Hall of Fame. The Virginia National Guard’s Fort Pickett will officially be redesignated Fort Barfoot in honor of the World War II Medal of Honor recipient with extensive Virginia ties. The ceremony is scheduled for March 24, 2023, in the Fort Pickett area near Blackstone, Virginia. (Contributed photo)
Historical photos of Col. Van T. Barfoot
Col. Van T. Barfoot eventually became a distinguished aviator, and is a member of the FOrt Rucker, soon to be Fort Novosel, Aviation Hall of Fame. The Virginia National Guard’s Fort Pickett will officially be redesignated Fort Barfoot in honor of the World War II Medal of Honor recipient with extensive Virginia ties. The ceremony is scheduled for March 24, 2023, in the Fort Pickett area near Blackstone, Virginia. (Contributed photo)