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Carson Marks Veteran’s Day With a Celebration

The City of Carson will join the entire nation in paying tribute to America’s war veterans as the city hosts its annual Veterans Day Celebration Nov. 11.

The celebration will take place at Veterans Park. The event is free and open to the public.

Event highlights include a special recognition to veterans and soldiers currently serving in wars around the world. Traditional military rites including a flag folding ceremony will also be observed as part of the tribute. In addition, new names that were added to the City of Carson’s Veterans’ Wall will be presented during the event.

This year’s special guest and keynote speaker is retired LTC John R. Williams, who served as a U.S. Army Regiment Deputy Commander in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment.

The event will also include patriotic music, veteran information booths, veteran museum display, live entertainment, ROTC and Carson High School band.

Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Cost: Free

Details: Recreation and Human Services Division, 310-847-3570

Venue:  Veterans Park, 22400 Moneta Ave. Carson

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