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Memorial Day Observance

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The last Monday in May is set aside to remember those men and women who died in military service to their country. Lexington’s official observance ceremony is held annually at The Lexington National Cemetery, located just inside the front gates of The Lexington Cemetery. The service is held annually at 11 a.m. and includes featured remarks, the presentation of The Colors, playing of “Taps,” and a 3-volley salute. Participants include the members of American Legion Man O’ War Post No. 8 and its Ladies Auxiliary. 

2013 Memorial Day Observance

Monday, May 27 • 11:00 a.m.

Featured Speaker:

 Lexington Mayor Jim Gray


Patriotic Americans are invited to join the cemetery in remembering and saluting those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.


2011 Memorial Day Photo Gallery

TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP  2011 Memorial Day Video


2010 Memorial Day Photo Gallery

TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP  2010 Memorial Day Video



Video Highlights from 2009 Memorial Day Observance
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP
 Presentation of Colors, National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Invocation/Welcome
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Commissioner Margaret Plattner, LCDR (Ret.) USN
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Placing of Wreath/Rifle Team/Taps

MEMORIAL DAY 2009

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2009 Memorial Day Photo Gallery

Video Highlights from 2008 Memorial Day Observance

TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Presentation of Colors
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Invocation/Welcome
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Mayor Jim Newberry
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Placing of Wreath/Amazing Grace
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Rifle Team/Taps

MEMORIAL DAY 2008


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2008 Memorial Day Photo Gallery


Video Highlights from 2007 Memorial Day Observance

TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Presentation of Colors
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Invocation & Welcome
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Major General Charles E. Gorton, USAR
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Placing of the Wreath & Amazing Grace
TITLE OF VIDEO CLIP Rifle Team & Taps

2007 Memorial Day Photo Gallery

2003-04 Memorial Day Photo Gallery