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The walk is an opportunity for Greenwich residents to honor the memories of loved ones who served their country, many who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Veterans are encouraged to participate in the walk. Many people walk carrying photos of their family members. Continue Reading →
Keynote speaker Hon Lucian Niemeyer said today less than five percent of the American population today is associated with the military, and that it was important to reignite the desire for public service. Continue Reading →
Veterans and their families are encouraged to participate in the walk, which begins at 10:15 am at the corner of Greenwich Ave and Amogerone Crossway and moves down Greenwich Ave to the war monument at the corner of Greenwich Avenue and Arch Street. Continue Reading →
The annual community walk to honor veterans takes place on Saturday at 10:30am, followed by speakers at 11:00am outside the historic former post office. At 1:00pm, the Byram Veterans Association will also host their annual march along Delavan Avenue. A block party to celebrate veterans will follow. All are invited to attend to pay tribute. Continue Reading →
“As a woman who has served 27 years in the Air Force, I am often mistaken for the civilian spouse of my military husband. Unconscious biases – we assume that men are service members.” – USAF Commander, Col Amanda Evans Continue Reading →
The annual Veterans Day Patriotic Walk benefited from balmy temps and sunny skies, ideal to honor those who served in the United States Armed Forces. Continue Reading →
“I thought I would do it for five years, but 17 years later, I’m still here.” – Captain Matt Carstensen on his ongoing career in the US Army Continue Reading →
After the Patriotic Walk down Greenwich Avenue there was a gathering by the World War I monument where the American Legion Post 29 announced the outstanding young persons for 2019. Continue Reading →
The USO Show Troup performers travel the world and perform about 500 times a year. Continue Reading →
Jerry Siccardi, an early radar expert, was part of General Patton’s Third Army. Toward the end of the war he liberated people from the concentration camp at Dachau, one of the memories that haunts him. Continue Reading →