Arkansas
Arkansas Veterans Affairs hosts Memorial Day event
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT/KARK) – As many recognized Memorial Day all across the country, the Arkansas Veterans Affairs hosted its own ceremony in Central Arkansas.
Dozens of families gathered on Monday to honor their loved ones who died while protecting the country.
Director of Veterans Services Gina Chandler told our content partner KARK that moments like this remind people that freedom isn’t free, and each headstone represents someone who paid the price.
“It’s those that remember the true meaning of Memorial Day to remember those that have served,” Chandler said.
Over 50 gold medal families were honored at the ceremony.
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