Virginia artist Henry Kidd paints military history on authentic stretchers as tribute to the fallen

Virginia artist Henry Kidd paints military history on authentic stretchers as tribute to the fallen

COLONIAL HEIGHTS, Va. Virginia artist Henry Kidd is using his talent to honor military service members in a unique way - by painting detailed historical scenes on authentic military stretchers.Kidd can often be found in the corner of Side Street Gallery, a non-profit in Colonial Heights that serves as his artistic paradise."This is very much home for me," Kidd said. "I'm very happy being here by myself drawing."The 74-year-old artist has spent h…