2015 National Defend Freedom Tour kicks off on Fox and Friends

This Friday, April 17, the 2015 National Defend Freedom Tour will make its first stop live on Fox News Channel’s Fox and Friends for a three-hour special (6am-9am ET) to announce this year’s tour organized by Concerned Veterans for America (CVA).

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In addition to watching the event on Fox News, if you’re in the area, you can attend the free, family-friendly event, which takes place at the Fox News courtyard (1211 Avenue of the Americas in New York City), and will feature a complimentary breakfast, a concert and patriotic speakers. Register here for Friday’s Fox News event; other tour dates can be found here.

Appearing for the concert portion will be Madison Rising (billed as “America’s Most Patriotic Rock Band”) and Ayla Brown, American Idol contestant and country star.

Speaking at the event will be Capt. Sean Parnell, a decorated U.S. Army Ranger and author of New York Times bestseller Outlaw Platoon; Karen Vaughn, Founder of For Our Son, Gold Star Mother to Aaron Vaughn, member of SEAL Team VI; Pete Hegseth, CEO of Concerned Veterans for America; and Fox News contributor Jason Redman, Navy SEAL, author of The Trident, founder of Wounded Wear.

The kickoff for the 2015 National Defend Freedom Tour airs April 17 from 6am-9am ET on Fox News Channel.