VFW and Post 177 remembers Veterans Day

The Fairfax VFW Post and the American Legion held a joint ceremony at Post 177 to remember our country's veterans on the weekend before the official Veterans Day, Nov. 11th. It was a great patriotic day that was held on Saturday. There was a large turnout of Boys Scouts who had come to be part of the Flag Retirement Program. Citizens from the community also came to join in the ceremony. Officials from Fairfax City, including the Mayor, were on hand to speak and help retire flags with VFW and Legion members. The VFW commander had the idea to hold this event because he thought the country was getting away from knowing the true meaning of Veterans Day. It was fitting that the VFW and Post 177 join forces to start a new tradition in the City that will become an annual event. The police provided an honor guard and the fire department provided equipment and a fire prevention unit. The NRA came with a display of Civil War sharpshooter weapons that grew a lot interest during afternoon. Veterans from local retirement homes were treated to a mid-day lunch. They all seem to enjoy being honored for their service. Thanks to everyone who helped plan and carry out this much needed project.