Veterans Plaza was lined with veterans of many wars as well as residents young and old alike on Sunday morning as they gathered to remember those lost in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in 2001.
The event, hosted by both the local Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 688 and American Legion Post 313, is held each year not only to memorialize those lost to the terrorist attacks but to honor those who continue to serve our country.
“Since the attacks of Sept. 11, more than 2 million Americans have stepped forward to put on our nation’s uniform,” Legion Post 313 Chaplain Eric Christopher said in his opening prayer. “Over 50,000 soldiers, sailors, airman, marines and guardsman have been wounded in action, some with life-changing injuries. And over 6,000 have given their ultimate sacrifice in their defense of freedom. America cherishes their memory, and we pray for their families.”
