American Military Museum of Gastonia

109 West Second Avenue, Gastonia

The Museum, originally founded by American Legion Post 23, houses an authentic college of military and related memorabilia from past wars and periods. The Military section, on the second floor in an octagonal room, features a mannequin dressed as a combat infantry soldier in World War II, displays of uniforms and weapons from other wars, and a large model collection of ships, planes, tanks and other military vehicles from all wars. Medals of Gastonia’s most decorated soldiers are also on display.

The Drum and Bugle Corps section located in Memorial Hall features the alumni memorabilia of the Rambling Rebels, for 30 years one of the premier marching and music organizations in North Carolina.

Hours: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays. Other times by reservation or appointment. Information and display times: 704-866-6068 or 704-748-9477.


World's Largest Flying American Flag

4025 W. Franklin Blvd, Gastonia

The flag, 65 feet tall and 114 feet wide, is currently the largest flying American flag in the world and is visible for 30 miles. The 7,410 square-foot flag weighs 180 pounds, with each stripe measuring 5 feet in height. Its 225-foot pole is 4 feet in diameter at the base and weighs 40 tons. The flag is the result of the efforts of the Gaston chapter of the United Veterans of America to express their patriotism. It is also displayed in other states draped between two cranes for special events. See it in Gastonia on or around Flag Day, June 14, and other specials occasions.

Information & display times: 704-868-4674

http://www.unitedveteransofamerica.net

Email: amvflag@bellsouth.net