Veterans' Day Events

Two of our area congressional representatives are hosting or sponsoring events this weekend. From the inbox and for your consideration:

This SUNDAY, November 11, 2007, Pennsylvania Congressman Patrick Murphy (D-8th District) will be joined by veterans from across the 8th District of Pennsylvania to honor Veteran’s Day. After a speaker’s program and honor and color guards, there will be an outdoor wreath laying ceremony. Generations of veterans, including some from World War II , Korea , Vietnam , the Persian Gulf and the current war in Iraq will be in attendance. The event will take place at the historic site of Washington ’s Crossing. On Christmas night in 1776, from this historic place, General George Washington and men of the Continental Army crossed the Delaware River and marched to Trenton , New Jersey .

Sunday November 11, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Washington Crossing Historic Park Visitor’s Center Auditorium
1112 River Road
Washington Crossing, PA

And from Rep. Allyson Schwartz:

I would like to extend a special invitation to all local veterans and their family and friends to join me this Veterans Day, Monday, November 12, at an event I am hosting to showcase the honorable service of Pennsylvania veterans. I also encourage the general public to join me at this event to help thank our veterans for their service to our nation.

Preserving Their Stories: A Salute to Veterans History Project Volunteers

WHEN: Monday, November 12, 2007
10:00 a.m.

WHERE: Hiway Theatre
212 Old York Road
Jenkintown, PA 19046
(Parking available at Jenkintown Town Square and Wachovia Bank)

During the event, local veterans will be thanked for their service, as well as acknowledged for their participation in the Veterans History Project. The Veterans History Project is a national effort to preserve the experiences of our war veterans, from World War I to the present day Iraq War, as well as the civilians who supported them.

Firsthand accounts of wartime experiences offer a priceless window into the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of our soldiers. It is critical that as America's veterans grow older, we record their personal stories so that future generations will always know their legacy.

At this event I will be thanking several local organizations for their volunteer efforts with the Veterans History Project. Organizations being recognized include, George Washington High School, The Peak Center, Abington Senior High School, Upper Dublin High School, and the Philadelphia-Montgomery Christian Academy.