A Veteran's Day Ceremony, set for November 11 at the Veterans War Memorial of Texas, will honor the 32 Soldiers and Marines from the Valley that were killed in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Veterans War Memorial of Texas is next to the new McAllen Convention Center, near the intersection of 29th and Galveston.
Three granite walls will be dedicated, inscribed with a picture and information on each of the servicemen.
"Representatives from each of the families will be on hand for the dedication of these walls that will honor the memories and the sacrifice of these brave Valley natives that gave their lives for our Nation," said Col. Frank Plummer, an event organizer.
In addition to the dedication ceremony, there will be patriotic songs, music and speakers to share the meaning of Veterans Day and to honor all veterans for their service to our Nation.
All veterans, non-veterans, families, teachers, students, and other community members are encouraged to attend to honor all veterans for their service and remember the sacrifice of those who gave their lives for our Nation.
Please go to the Veterans War Memorial of Texas website at http://www.mcallen.net/veterans/default.aspx or call Frank Plummer at 956.631.2511 for more information.