TOWN OF POUGHKEEPSIE – Ceremonies honoring fallen soldiers and sailors were held across the country on Monday for Memorial Day, and Dutchess County was no different.
Dutchess County has been home to many warriors that died in battles spanning every war, and, on Monday, Dutchess County Executive was joined by Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney (D-18), Dutchess County Veterans Services Director Adam Roche, and other officeholders along with dozens of veterans and family members to reflect on the sacrifices made by others.
In a wreath-laying ceremony at the county’s War Memorial, Molinaro said “From its founding, our country has relied on the selfless service of men and women to protect it and safeguard the freedoms we hold dear to this day. Sadly, many have paid with their lives to preserve these liberties, and we honor these valiant defenders of freedom on Memorial Day so their sacrifices will never be forgotten.” Stressing the importance of keeping the names of the fallen alive, he added “By hosting our annual Memorial Day events, Dutchess County continues to keep these heroes’ legacies alive for future generations, and pay homage to those who gave all.”
Roche, a Marine Corps veteran, expressed his thanks to everyone that came out to the ceremony, as well as the communities that took part in the two-stage countywide convoy that took place before and after the ceremony. “This is a great way to honor those that died to protect us and our freedoms. We need to hold them in our thoughts today and every day,” said the combat veteran.
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