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CBS News
26-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Veterans, officials take part in wreath-laying ceremony at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
Veterans, officials take part in wreath-laying ceremony at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies Veterans, officials take part in wreath-laying ceremony at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies Veterans, officials take part in wreath-laying ceremony at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies It was a solemn atmosphere at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies on Sunday to commemorate Memorial Day weekend. Veterans and officials took part in a wreath-laying ceremony that featured speeches, three-rifle volleys, and the playing of "Taps." Among those who spoke at the event was former Steelers running back and Vietnam veteran, Rocky Bleier, who said he is always touched by the number of people who attend these events. "I'm always amazed at the number of people who show up and the support that they have shown because [with] each and every one of them, somebody has passed, somebody served our country and died in combat," Bleier said. "To have them here, to be able to show up, that's what this is all about." The ceremony was open to the public.
CBS News
25-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Volunteers with The Honor Project return to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies
Volunteers with The Honor Project return to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies Volunteers with The Honor Project return to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies Volunteers with The Honor Project return to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies Nearly 60 people gathered to remember the lives lost of those who served our country on Saturday, and allow them to not be alone for those who may not be able to come and remember them. It's nearly double the number of people who came out for the Travis Manion Foundation's first year of "The Honor Project" at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. For someone like Angelic Smith, those moments hit home. "My husband was buried this time of year last year," she said. Her family is one of many Gold Star families. It's not easy. "You learn to grow with grief every day," Smith said. But part of it now involves turning grief into good. "I know by just seeing all these people that my husband's legacy will always be alive," Smith said. "We can say their name and remember them for those who cannot be here to remember them," Jessica Gardner, national manager for the 9/11 Heroes Run for the Travis Manion Foundation, said. It's why the Travis Manion Foundation hosted "The Honor Project" at the cemetery. "This is our second time here," Gardner said. It helps demonstrate to families and loved ones that people in graves like these are not forgotten. "A woman had an idea to do this because someone had said that they had a family member that they wanted them to visit, and they couldn't be there," Gardner said. The volunteers went around with their packets and stones. For some, this is close to them, too. "I have had family in the military and I've also had friends in the military," Leslie Brovenzano, chapter event coordinator, Travis Manion Foundation Pittsburgh chapter, said. State Senator Devlin Robinson made it a point to be here as well, as a veteran of the Iraq War and the War in Afghanistan. "I want to make sure that all of our fallen comrades are honored," Robinson, the senator for Pennsylvania's 37th district, said. For Smith, that first time was difficult. "This year, being back here, I feel a little bit stronger," she said. It's in part because of that growth, but also the sense of comfort it can bring. "As long as they keep coming out here, laying those coins, [and] saying his name," Smith said, "forever he will be remembered."
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Volunteers play music at local cemetery to honor veterans on Armed Forces Day
Saturday marked Armed Forces Day, and with it came a performance by Bugles Across America. Band members played taps, the national anthem, and other military songs at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. The group was founded 25 years ago after Congress passed legislation giving all veterans the right to military honors when they die. 'Our effort is to give taps for veterans instead of the recordings. Though the recording is very needed and very honorable, we like to try to do it live,' said State Director of Bugles Across America Drew Podnar. While around a dozen people took part in the celebration, Bugles Across America now has around 3,000 volunteers across all 50 states. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
