A community member was honored for the many militaristic accomplishments achieved in his 30 years of service as well as his decade-long stint on this earth. Hays County Commissioners Court proclaimed Nov. 7, 2023, as Lt. Col. George C. Carruthers Day.
According to the court, Carruthers is a U.S. Air Force veteran who was honored with many awards, including the distinguished Flying Cross, the Purple Heart medal, the Air Medal and the Prisoner of War Medal. He was also selected for the French Legion of Honor, the highest level of recognition awarded by the French Government, for his service to France during WWII.
His son, Rob Carruthers, said some words to honor his father.
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