Group offers free transportation for WWII vets to DC monument

A newly formed branch of a group that has been in existence since 2005 is looking for Montana World War II veterans who would like a free trip to visit their national memorial, and for people interested in helping pay their way.

Big Sky Honor Flight of Montana officially began operation last week, with the goal of providing a flight to and tours in Washington, including of the World War II Memorial.

Beth Bouley, president of Big Sky Honor Flight Montana, said the trip is an incredible event for veterans of the war, especially at the World War II Memorial itself.

"They are overwhelmed, " she sa...