First Bank partnered with the Greater St. Louis Honor Flight and the St. Louis Blues to honor United States Army Staff Sgt. E-6 Tom Bommarito in the First Bank Tribute to Those Who Served at the St. Louis Blues game on November 19, 2024.
A recipient of two Purple Hearts, he was commanding 18-year-olds at the age of 22, during his service in the Vietnam War. According to Mr. Bommarito, part of the mission was to fight and stay alive. He proudly commented, “They’re all still alive.” Watch this special tribute as Mr. Bommarito recalls his time during his service as well as appreciation for the Honor Flight.
A recipient of two Purple Hearts, he was commanding 18-year-olds at the age of 22, during his service in the Vietnam War. According to Mr. Bommarito, part of the mission was to fight and stay alive. He proudly commented, “They’re all still alive.” Watch this special tribute as Mr. Bommarito recalls his time during his service as well as appreciation for the Honor Flight.