On December 14, 2024, Wreaths Across America was at Western New York National Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country’s fallen heroes.
Retired U.S. Army Major General Mark Graham participated in the event representing Vets4Warrior and was the keynote speaker at the 7th annual New York City area Wreath Laying Reception and Dinner the night before.
At the event General Graham thanked the Wreaths Across America team for their tireless efforts to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those who served, and TEACH future generations. He went on to say “Your mission resonates deeply with all of us who understand the importance of service and sacrifice.”
National Wreaths Across America Day took place at 4,909 participating locations nationwide. Millions of volunteers — a third of whom were children — remembered our nation’s heroes as they said their names out loud, with the placement of over three million sponsored veterans’ wreaths.
For centuries, fresh evergreens have been used to symbolize honor and a living tribute renewed annually. Wreaths Across America believes the tradition represents a living memorial that honors veterans, active-duty military, and their families. When volunteers say the name of a veteran aloud while placing a wreath, it ensures they live on in our hearts and memories and are always remembered.
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