THANKING AND REMEMBERING OUR VETERANS ON VETERANS DAY 2015


ON THE HALLOWED LAND OF VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

The 2015 Veterans Day Commemoration was conducted at the historic National Memorial Arch in Valley Forge National Historical Park, on which is inscribed General George Washington's tribute to those who served in America's quest for Freedom and Independence:

"Naked and starving as they are We cannot enough admire The incomparable Patience and Fidelity of the Soldiery"

Those in attendance, including Military Personnel and Veterans of WWII, Korea, Vietnam and other conflicts, were greeted by Kate Hammond, Park Superintendent, followed by the Presentation of Colors and Invocation by Captain Gerald L. Hale, USCG (Ret.) - Chaplain and Director of Character Education, Valley Forge Military Academy and College. Inspiring Service Music was provided by the Penn View Brass Ensemble.

Two guest speakers addressed the gathering.  Kevin Ferris, Author:

"Unbreakable Bonds - The Mighty Moms and Wounded Warriors of Walter Reed,"
spoke of the dedication and fortitude of all who serve and the commitment required by Moms, Wives, Family members & friends, Medics and all caregivers to help heal and restore our brave "Wounded Warriors."

Major Bob Donnelly, US Army (Ret.) Valley Forge National Historical Park Ranger, spoke of his first-hand experience as a recruit, his proud Military Service to Country and  his current role as Park Ranger - continuing to preserve, portray and instill in others the legacy that is our United States Military - and reminding all to "Thank a Veteran, active and retired every day for their Service."

The Oath of Enlistment Ceremony inducted three recruits, with the support of the Valley Forge Recruiting Company "Patriots" and the Team Valley Forge Recruit and Retention Battalion.

A Laying of the Wreath by The Friends of Valley Forge Park was followed by a Rifle Salute by the Honor Guard from Washington Crossing National Cemetery.
The Sounding of Taps By Howard T. 
Reitenbaugh of Bugles Across America concluded the formal service.

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