In honor of Veterans’ Day, local elected officials, residents and veterans met at Rudy Macina Peace Memorial Plaza on Friday, November 11 for a time honored tradition.
Hosted by the Morris Park Community Association, Knights of Columbus, Mary Queen of Peace Council, Morris Park Kiwanis and the American Legion, the annual event paid homage to all military veterans, living and deceased, who have served in America’s Armed Forces.
Veterans and community members honored our nation’s many heroes throughout history.
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Al D’Angelo (l), MPCA vice president and Earl Minnard, John Fraser Bryan American Post commander placed a wreath at the veterans’ memorial.
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James Hexner, John Fraser Bryan American Legion Post 19 vice commander, gave an uplifting speech at the ceremony.
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Gene DeFrancis (l), Theodore Korony American Legion Post 253 second vice commander, spoke to veterans and community members at the ceremony.
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Tony Vitaliano, Community Board 11 chairman, called for unity following this year’s presidential election.
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Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj (l) offered words of encouragement to our nation’s former service members.
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Assemblyman Michael Benedetto paid tribute to all veterans, living and deceased.
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The Marine Color Guard stood at attention.
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