SHREWSBURY – The community gathered at the town’s World War I Memorial on Saturday morning to observe Veterans Day and honor those who served.
“We’re grateful for the opportunity to gather and honor our veterans against the backdrop of our World War I Memorial… It is because of these brave men and women – as well as those who have come before them – that we can pause to reflect and honor and then return to our normal routines in an America that is safe and secure,” Select Board Chair Beth Casavant said at the ceremony.
The ceremony, led by Maj. John Travers, featured addresses by Veterans Service Director Jeff Farrell, Casavant and Shrewsbury Veterans Council Chairman Fred Russell.
“Today’s addresses have centered around service, commitment, loyalty, and love of our country. These values are what Veterans Day is all about, as we honor our local heroes – our veterans – who are willing to defend our freedom and our way of life,” Travers said.
The event also featured a wreath-laying ceremony, a rendition of “Taps,” and patriotic musical performances from the Walter J. Paton Elementary School third-grade choir.
