Vietnam Fallen Hero Army PFC Fred Duane Larson from Pollock, South Dakota - KIA April 24, 1970.
Bridge Dedication Ceremony - July 12, 2025, to honor U.S. Army PFC Fred D. Larson of Pollock, South Dakota -KIA in Vietnam - Served with Battery C, 6th Battalion, 11th Artillery Regiment, 11th Infantry Brigade, Americal Division.
The SD10 bridge over Lake Pocasse, just east of Pollock, will be dedicated as the PFC Fred D. Larson Bridge.
PFC Fred D. Larson was born on June 22, 1949, and raised in Pollock, South Dakota. Larson was drafted into the U.S. Army on August 19, 1969, and deployed to Vietnam on January 15, 1970, as part of the 6th Battalion, 11th Artillery, C Battery. On April 24, 1970, his mother’s 55th birthday, he was killed in action near Lang Dong Ban in Quang Ngai Province, South Vietnam, while bravely volunteering to search a suspected enemy dwelling, where he triggered a land mine.
Our annual Dairy/Ag Days celebration is in honor of our local farmers and ranchers in our community. We host a variety of events including a parade, kiddie games, free noon meal, indoor and outdoor events, bands, and more!
Join us for our annual Tour of Tables at the Pollock School & Community Center on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Doors open at 11am, Lunch begins at noon. Tickets are $10 in advance or at the door. For advanced tickets, questions, or to sign up to decorate a table, call Karen at the Pollock Visitor's Center, 605-889-2450! Featuring a style show by Ella's Arrow and raffle prizes!
During this celebration, we will be honoring Pollock's 125th year of being a township, as well as our annual Dairy Days events, and the PHS All School Reunion. You do not want to miss this event! Mark your calendar and follow our Facebook page and this website for more updates.
Join us in Pollock for our 125th anniversary celebration of our town. Mark your calendar and follow our Facebook page for updates.
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