Williamsburg Memorial Park

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WWII 70th Anniversary Wreath-Laying

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On behalf of everyone at Williamsburg Memorial Park, we’d like to thank the nearly 150 members of our community who attended our WWII 70th Anniversary Global Wreath-Laying. This event was sponsored by the Spirit of ’45 organization and the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge. It was designed to celebrate the end of World War II and honor all those who served in the defense of our great nation.

Williamsburg Memorial Park was selected as one of more than 2,000 locations worldwide to participate in the “longest continuous wreath-laying ceremony in history.” What made this event even more special were the 29 veterans from the Battle of the Bulge who attended this very moving ceremony. For more details, please check out the excellent WYDaily article by Ty Hodges.

Our Master of Ceremonies was Colonel Alan R. Cunningham, USAR (Ret) and President of Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, Inc, who was joined by guest speaker, US Army Colonel William S. Galbraith, Commander of the 733rd Mission Support Group. We were also joined by the famous Spirit Express bus and Auston O’Neill–nationally recognized Spirit of ’45 Bugler.

Williamsburg Memorial Park is very proud to have played a part in this very special event. We remain committed to all our veterans, both living and deceased, and will continue to participate in meaningful programs such as this.

Thank You
We would like to thank the following individuals and organizations, who graciously donated their time to make this event possible:

  • Colonel Alan Cunningham, USAR (Ret), VBOB President
  • Colonel William S. Galbraith, US Army Commander
  • Bill White, Commander, American Legion Post 39
  • Boy Scouts of America Troops 103 and 155
  • James City County Police
  • VFW Post 4639 Color and Honor Guards
  • Virginia Chapter of the Patriot Guard Riders
  • The WYDaily
  • Auston O’Neill and the Spirit Express
  • Alberta Prather, National Anthem singer
  • Staff Sgt Ray Gresham, US Army (Ret)
  • Patrick Brion, Belgian Army Photographer

Additional Info
Printed programs will be handed out at the park
Limited seating is available
Parking is free

Program
Click on the image below for a PDF of the official program.

World War II 70th Anniversary Program

Video Tribute
View Elton John’s Oceans Away Tribute

Date/Time
Sunday, August 16, 2015
9:00 am–10:00 am

Location
Williamsburg Memorial Park
130 King William Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23188

Additional Info
Veteran’s of the Battle of the Bulge Reunion Schedule
Limited seating is available
Free Parking