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Memorial Day is a time for somber reflection and honoring the soldiers who have died in service to the United States. The article highlights the story of Garney Burleson, a young soldier from North Carolina who was killed in Vietnam, and urges readers to deeply reflect on the sacrifices made by such individuals. It suggests visiting the Wall of Faces to understand the personal stories and losses of those who perished.
Syracuse mourns the loss of Police Officer Michael Jenson and Onondaga Sheriff’s Lieutenant Deputy Michael Hoosock, who were both killed in the line of duty. Jenson, a recent graduate of the Syracuse Police Academy, was described as a proud and dedicated officer, while Hoosock, a member of the Onondaga Sheriff’s Office since 2007, was highly respected and active in the community. Both officers are remembered fondly by their colleagues and loved ones.
The Minnesota 100 Club offers specialty license plates with proceeds supporting families of fallen first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, and corrections officers. The plates have raised significant funds, enabling $50,000 grants for families impacted by recent tragedies. Purchasing these plates from the Minnesota Department of Vehicle Services provides crucial support for those who risk their lives in the line of duty.
Thousands of participants, including FOX Weather meteorologist Nick Kosir, took part in the Tunnel to Towers 5K in New York City, braving gloomy weather caused by Post-Tropical Cyclone Ophelia. The event raises support for fallen heroes and catastrophically injured veterans through the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which provides mortgage-free homes to their families and builds specially adapted homes for injured veterans and first responders. The foundation has raised over $500 million since 9/11, with $0.95 of every dollar going towards its programs. FOX Weather has committed to matching up to $250,000 in donations. The 5K route follows the path taken by firefighter Stephen Siller on 9/11, and participants aim to honor the heroes who protect freedom and safety.
Hollywood stars paid tribute to Memorial Day, a federal holiday in the US for mourning military personnel who have died while serving in the armed forces. Several celebrities, including Mark Wahlberg, Emily Ratajkowski, and Zac Efron, shared posts on social media honoring fallen heroes. Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day, starting with the American Civil War, and is observed on the last Monday of May.
President Biden has proclaimed Memorial Day, May 29, 2023, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and designated the hour beginning in each locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time when people might unite in prayer and reflection. He urged all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day. Biden also requested the Governors of the United States and its Commonwealths and Territories to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States.