Buena Park Memorial wall dedicated to all who have served!
Walter D. Ehlers, World War II Hero awarded the Medal of Honor
I will be doing a separate blog on Ehlers, an amazing man!
John Muller, Commander VFW Post 8954, Buena Park
Veterans Salute the American Flag
A Moment of Silence for the fallen soldiers!
All Veterans in BP were acknowledged, even by the family members if they are no longer with us.
Steve Hunt, Director of Recreation, Parks and Community Serves and MC
Unveiling of the Memorial including all of Buena Park residents who have died in combat.
Families received recognition for their fallen family members and received awards for their honor.
Senator Lou Correa was present to salute the veterans.
Family members of P4 Burrola were in attendance to do the unveiling. California State Senator Lou Correa
The emotion in the crowd brought the reality of loss in war, moving and touching.Every fallen soldier had their own plaque and were recognized individually.
Lou Correa, State Senator; Walter D. Elhers, WWII war hero, and Jim Dow; Councilman and former Mayor of BP (also my Dad....will blog about that next too)
Awesome! What a wonderful Veterans Day and fabulous photo's.
ReplyDeleteThese are wonderful, moving pictures. Thank you for sharing them.
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