Cambridge American Cemetery in England will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on May 27, 2019 at 11 a.m. Attendance is free and open to the public. If you are a family member of someone who is honored at the cemetery and you're planning to attend the ceremony, please email the cemetery at least two weeks prior to the event.
Sequence of events:
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National Anthems: United Kingdom, United States (NAVEUR Band) |
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Invocation: Military Chaplain (USAFE Chaplain) |
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Welcome remarks: Mr. Rich Cobb, Superintendent |
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Master of Ceremony Introduction & History (Part I): Ms. Suzie Harrison, Interpretive Guide |
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Address: Her Majesty’s Representative, Mr. Chris Pankhurst |
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Master of Ceremony History (Part II): Ms. Suzie Harrison |
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Address: US Ambassador Woody Johnson |
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Address: Senior US Military Representative, ADM James G. Foggo, III, USN |
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Honored Guest, Ms. Jonna Doolittle-Hoppes, granddaughter of Gen Doolittle |
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Wreath Laying – Moment of Silence |
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Vintage Aircraft Overflight (Imperial War Museum Duxford: B-17, P-47, P-51) |
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Benediction: Military Chaplain (USAFE Chaplain) |
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Honors: Taps (USAFE Honor Platoon, USAREUR Firing Detail) |