Ceremony at Alabama Poppy Project honors fallen veterans

PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) – Because the solar set on Memorial Day, the individuals of Prattville got here collectively for a particular ceremony to recollect these misplaced in conflict.

“It’s so vital for us. It’s our accountability to maintain their reminiscence alive,” stated Julianne Hansen, founding father of Alabama Poppy Challenge. “And each a type of white ribbons you see waving within the wind has been positioned there intentionally by someone who needs to recollect these individuals.”

Whereas gathered round over 2,000 crimson ceramic poppies, a shade guard presentation befell in Heritage Park.

A number of revolutionary conflict reenactors and bikers have been current, because the music “Faucets” was performed out loud.

“We’re right here to assist, honor all of the veterans that didn’t make it residence,” stated David Rogers, one of many bikers lending assist. “It’s what Memorial Day’s all about. It’s not barbecues and beers. It’s about remembering all of our brothers that didn’t make it residence.”

It’s a sacrifice that may by no means be repaid.

“Our nation wouldn’t be the place we’re at present with out their sacrifice,” Eric Mollus stated. “So we owe quite a lot of debt to them, and the bravery they confirmed, the braveness, but in addition the final word sacrifice: their life.”

The ceremony was affiliated with the Alabama Poppy Challenge, which is able to stay on show in Prattville till this Saturday.

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