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Broadkiln VFW hosts annual Milton Memorial Day service
Saluting after placing the wreath are Master Sgt. Robert Racich Jr., right, and Staff Sgt. Allen Jackson. RYAN MAVITY PHOTOS
May 27, 2024
Flags waved on a windy day in Milton Memorial Park as part of the annual Memorial Day service, hosted by the Broadkiln VFW Post 6984 May 27.
The centerpiece of the event was the placing of the wreath underneath the American flag to honor those who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
Rep. Stell Parker Selby, D-Milton, makes remarks at the annual Milton Memorial Day service May 27.
The American flag flies from atop the Milton Fire Department’s ladder truck over the Broadkill River May 27.
The annual Memorial Day service was emceed by Hank Rickards, commander of VFW Post 6984.
The event’s keynote speaker was Command Sgt. Major Kenneth Hardy, who spoke about his experiences in the armed services and reminded everyone to remember those who served the country.
The crowd in Milton Memorial Park stands for the playing of “Amazing Grace.”
Matthew Porta, 15, plays “Taps” on violin as VFW Post 6984 Commander Hank Rickards salutes.
Ryan Mavity covers Milton and the court system. He is married to Rachel Swick Mavity and has two kids, Alex and Jane. Ryan started with the Cape Gazette all the way back in February 2007, previously covering the City of Rehoboth Beach. A native of Easton, Md. and graduate of Towson University, Ryan enjoys watching the Baltimore Ravens, Washington Capitals and Baltimore Orioles in his spare time.
