Memorial Day Event on the Square in Manchester

Wreaths were placed at the war memorials... Photo by Rob Clutter

Wreaths were placed at the war memorials… Photo by Rob Clutter

The event begins at 11am, but if cannot attend in person Thunder Radio will be broadcasting the event live.

AGENDA

Opening by 3 Commanders (Legion, VFW, & DAV)

Opening Prayer with Rev Rocky Whray (Legion Mbr)

Post Colors Raised by Sheriff’s Honor Guard, National Anthem (duet by Karen Wainwright and Langdon Spangler)

Introduction of Stage Persons; Judd Matheny and mayors for Coffee and Manchester

Medley of Patriotic Songs (Lloyd Smith of Tullahoma)

Introduction of Congressman Dianne Black by MC Rob Moreland

Dr. David Black (Forensic Scientist, Marine Vietnam veteran and Founder & CEO of Aegis Sciences Corp)

Reading of “In Flanders Fields” Bryce Kutzli of Manchester

Wreath Laying & TAPS (3 Commanders)

Reading of “A Memorial Day Poem” by DAR Regent of Tullahoma Chapter

Closing Prayer