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Cape May-Lewes Ferry hosts military events
Laying a wreath remembering Merchant Mariners who lost their lives both during peacetime and war are Tim Sumner, left, a Merchant Mariner during the Vietnam era, and Edwin Bergen, commander of Post 17.
May 26, 2019
The Cape May-Lewes Ferry hosted the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall from May 16-20 and held a ceremony May 18. The ceremony coincided with the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Maritime Day, Armed Forces Day and the 100th anniversary of the American Legion.
The event, hosted by the American Legion family of Post 17, also featured local dignitaries, the Marine Corps League Honor Guards, Cape Henlopen JROTC and the Delaware State Police Fife and Drums.
Laying a wreath remembering Merchant Mariners who lost their lives both during peacetime and war are Tim Sumner, left, a Merchant Mariner during the Vietnam era, and Edwin Bergen, commander of Post 17.
The State Police Fife and Drums played before and after the ceremony.
Cape Henlopen High School JROTC Cadet Sydney Hollinger, right, sings the national anthem. Shown with Hollinger is Ceremony MC Murt Foos, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 17 president.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary member Steve Smyk salutes during the National Anthem.
Rep. Steve Smyk, R-Milton, speaks about Armed Forces Day during the ceremony.
Sgt. First Class Anthony Gracioano, from the Delaware National Guard, speaks for Guard Commander Brig. Gen. Michael Berry, who wasn't able to attend the ceremony.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary member Cindi Chaimowitz highlights the name of a family friend who paid the ultimate price.
Members of the Marine Corps League Honor Guard present arms during the playing of “Taps” at the conclusion of the ceremony.
