Legion post observes Veterans Day

November 13, 2018 Ken Cashman
Zach Hommel, a Cornwall High School sophomore, played "Taps."
Zach Hommel, a Cornwall High School sophomore, played “Taps.”
NYMA and Post 353 provided the color guard.
NYMA and Post 353 provided the color guard.
After the ceremony, veterans gathered at the American Flag display at the middle school.
After the ceremony, veterans gathered at the American Flag display at the middle school.

In keeping with tradition, American Legion Post 353 held its Veterans Day observance on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. Speakers for the day were Town Supervisor Richard Randazzo, Mayor Brendan Coyne, County Legislator Kevin Hines, 1st Sgt. Robert Blum of NYMA and Post Commander Pete Kurpeawski.

Chaplain Joe Hanley offered the invocation and benediction. Zach Hommel played “Taps” after wreaths were placed at the monument by the Highland Engine Company, the local police chiefs and American Legion Post 353.

Port Chaplain Joe Hanley read "In Flanders Fields" as part of his opening prayer.
Port Chaplain Joe Hanley read “In Flanders Fields” as part of his opening prayer.
County Legislator Kevin Hines paid tribute to Al Vanacore, who received a medal during the observance.
County Legislator Kevin Hines paid tribute to Al Vanacore, who received a medal during the observance.

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