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Memorial Day 2017 at Somme American Cemetery

May 28, 2017 @ 9:00 am

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Somme American Cemetery hosted its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Sunday, May 28, 2017 at 3:00 p.m.

Superintendent’s Welcoming Remarks Angelo Munsel, Somme American Cemetery Superintendent
Presentation of Colors RHCE, Color Guard, U.S. Army
Introductory Remarks James Gerard, American Overseas Memorial Day Association
Prayers Lt. Col. Karen Meeker, Command Chaplain, RHCE, U.S. Army
Memorial Address Brig. Gen. Dennis P. LeMaster, Commanding General of RHCE, U.S. Army Officer
Address Philippe Gyselinck, Mayor of Bony
Address Angelo Munsel, Somme American Cemetery Superintendent
Laying of Wreaths
Playing of Taps, Minute of Silence
National Anthems, Raising of the Colors
Closing Remarks James Gerard, American Overseas Memorial Day Association
Retiring of the Colors
Reception at VENDHUILE – WWI Exhibition & WWI – WWII Re-enactors
French Troops French Color Guard, CENZUB Sissonne
Color Guard Regional Health Command Europe

 

A U.S. Honor Guard participates in the 2017 Memorial Day Ceremony at Somme American Cemetery.