American Legion Post 129 will host a Memorial Day program on Sunday, May 25, at 2 p.m. in Gainesboro Square, offering the community an opportunity to honor and remember those who have died in service to the nation.
The event, themed "Memorial Day 2025: A call to Honor, Reflect and Connect," will feature guest speaker Senator Paul Bailey. The program aims to provide a space for residents to reflect on the sacrifices made by fallen service members and to connect with the meaning of Memorial Day.
"American Legion Post 129 Gainesboro is honored to present our annual Memorial Day Program and to have Senator Paul Bailey as our guest speaker. I invite every citizen to join us in honoring those who gave up their lifes for you and I to enjoy the freedoms we share today". Truman Stearnes Post Adjutant, Post Chaplain & American Legion 4th District Chaplain.
Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, is a federal holiday in the United States dedicated to remembering and honoring military personnel who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. It is a time for 1 national reflection and remembrance, often marked by ceremonies, parades, and moments of silence.
