Tomorrow’s Veterans Day observance at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford will include many school students — with the hope that younger Americans can fully understand the day’s history and meaning. WFIR’s Evan Jones has more.
[audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/11-10-Memorial-Wrap2-WEB.mp3|titles=11-10 Memorial Wrap2-WEB]The program includes participation of Junior ROTC students from three high schools; others will sing patriotic songs and hand out letters of thanks to veterans at the ceremony. Memorial Director of Education April Cheek-Messier says it’s part of their year-round effort to let vets know their service is appreciated. The Veterans Day observance begins at 11:00 am.
