Legacy Reports

Bass Islanders Gather to Honor Veterans

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Put-in-Bay School students and community members gathered this morning to honor veterans with a program of original speeches and patriotic music.  Historical backgrounds for each of the military services was provided, as well as brief summaries of the “History of Military Conflict.”  The latter included the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Cold War, the Vietnam War, and the War on Terror.  Music was presented by the Put-in-Bay School Choir under the direction of Ms. Gay Pippert.

Put in Bay veterans assembly
Elliot Kowalski introduced the program by honoring all the veterans present.
Put in Bay School Students
Audience members recite the Pledge of Allegiance to open the Veterans Day Assembly.
Put in Bay School speeches
Student presentations generated reflection on the meaning of service to country.
Veteran Put in Bay
Bob Hilt acknowledges salute to all branches of the U.S. Military.
Cemetery Flag
U.S. flag waves prominently over the Put-in-Bay cemetery.
Put in Bay cemetery
Deceased veterans are remembered with flags.

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