Midwest Communities Honor Vietnam, Local Veterans in Memorial Day Ceremonies

Communities across the United States held Memorial Day ceremonies to honor local veterans and those who sacrificed their lives in military service. In Kenosha, Wisconsin, a ceremony included the reading of names of veterans buried locally, musical tributes, and a keynote speech emphasizing gratitude toward veterans. Trumbull County, Ohio, honored 61 Vietnam War veterans, highlighting the significant personal and familial sacrifices associated with the conflict. Madison, Wisconsin, hosted a patriotic concert and various tributes at Forest Hills Cemetery to remember fallen service members. Meanwhile, San Antonio's Edgewood School District commemorated its exceptionally high Vietnam War casualty rate with a special service, wreath placements, and scholarships for local students. These events collectively underscored the deep respect and enduring memory communities hold for their veterans and the ultimate price many paid for freedom.