Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, and his family are in an upsurge of happiness as multiple reasons to rejoice are realized. Recently they welcomed another precious family member when Charlotte Jones, one of Jerry’s daughters, became a grandmother while Shy Jr. and Tori Evans Anderson welcomed a daughter-in-law into their lives through Shy Jr..
Charlotte Jones played an instrumental role in guiding the opening of Arlington, Texas’s National Medal of Honor Museum and Leadership Institute. On social media she posted moments from its grand opening with Kyle Carpenter sharing thoughts from him as youngest recipient of this distinction.
Charlotte expressed her profound gratitude and honor in being part of the museum’s opening ceremony, an endeavor that took five years to materialize but represents decades of courage and sacrifice from Medal of Honor recipients. She felt her words fell short of capturing the essence of the moment, thus she quoted Carpenter, “I stand here in awe of this incomprehensible moment… There are moments of life that are so powerful and profound that they cannot be articulated with words.”
Kyle Carpenter, who earned the Medal of Honor for his bravery as a United States Marine in Afghanistan, alongside other commendations including a Purple Heart and a Navy Achievement Medal, was awarded by President Barack Obama in 2014. His reflections on the night of the museum’s opening eloquently captured the collective emotion and pride shared by everyone present.
A Tribute to Valor Near AT&T Stadium
In March 2021, the Jones family announced a $20 million donation to support the construction of this monumental museum located near the Dallas Cowboys’ home, AT&T Stadium, in Arlington, Texas. The museum, opening its doors on March 25 to coincide with National Medal of Honor Day, aims to share the profound stories of military honor recipients first-hand. Chris Cassidy, a retired NASA astronaut and United States Navy SEAL, has been appointed president of the museum, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the cost of freedom and the sacrifices made for it.
At the opening event, former President George W. Bush and Laura Bush joined numerous public figures – such as Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott – including an incredible display of patriotism illuminated with red, white, and blue lights to embody and honor America’s heroes.
The museum opening was more than an event; it was an ode to those honored with our nation’s highest military award – those honoured by being granted this distinguished status and marking this evening full of pride and patriotism.