Memorial Day Ceremony Held in Kenai

6/1/2010

Many people took time away from their three-day weekend on Monday to remember those who have died, while serving their country in the military, with the traditional Memorial Day ceremony in Kenai. Army Recruiter Nathaniel Cossano was the guest speaker. His speech focused on the military’s role with the rights that Americans enjoy today.

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The ceremony also included speeches from commanders of the local military organizations, the POW/MIA prayer, laying of wreaths, the annual reading of Flanders Field, the laying of poppies by those in the audience, the traditional rifle salute and the playing of taps to remember soldiers who have died while serving in the military.