AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is encouraging the Amarillo community and the State of Texas to send at least 100 cards to Mr. Charles Elliott, a resident of the Ussery-Roan Texas State Veterans Home (TSVH), for his 100th birthday on March 4, 2026.
Elliott served during World War II in occupied Japan, first as a Private First Class (PFC) Rifleman and later as a PFC Cook in the officer's mess at the 128th Station Hospital. Elliott's decorations include the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Ribbon with one Bronze Star, Philippine Liberation Campaign Ribbon with one Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal, Army Occupational Medal, Japan Victory Ribbon, and two Overseas Service Bars.
He is requesting these cards for his centennial celebration through the VLB's 100 for 100 program.
This program is an outreach effort coordinated by the VLB and the Texas General Land Office (GLO) to garner support from communities for TSVH residents celebrating this incredible milestone.
Texans can show their support and help celebrate this momentous occasion by sending birthday cards to Mr. Elliott at the Ussery-Roan TSVH.
Please address cards to:
Mr. Charles Elliott
Ussery-Roan Texas State Veterans Home
1020 Tascosa Road
Amarillo, Texas 79124
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham made history in 2022, winning a statewide election to become Texas' first female Land Commissioner. As Land Commissioner, Dr. Dawn Buckingham is committed to helping Texans after a disaster, supporting Texas energy, ensuring that every child in Texas receives a high-quality public education, serving Texas Veterans, and securing the border to keep our communities safe.