Park City prepares to mark Memorial Day amid the Middle East conflict – Park Record

The annual Memorial Day ceremony in Park City is planned on Monday morning and will be held amid the conflict in the Middle East.

Shelby Hladon, the commander of the Park City post of the American Legion and a Navy veteran, said the war is a reminder of the danger encountered by people serving in the military. They understand they may lose their lives in support of that mission, she said.

“They’re willing to die for this country,” she said as she described sacrifices for autonomy, sovereignty and freedom.

She added, “When somebody lays down their life while serving, it’s pretty heavy.”

The event is scheduled to start at 10 a.m. at the Park City Cemetery on Kearns Boulevard. The ceremony typically involves remarks honoring the nation’s war dead and various elements of Memorial Day protocol. The ceremony usually draws a mixed crowd of veterans, families of late members of the military and Parkites wanting to mark the solemn nature of the day.

Eric Strong, a retired Army brigadier general, will give a keynote address.

Source – Indonesia News