Marietta National Cemetery · Marietta, Georgia
May 31, 2010 · 12:00 pm

The Marietta National Cemetery is canonized ground. Inside its storied gates are buried more than 10,000 veterans, spanning 23 states, from New York and Michigan to Alabama and Georgia. Men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in other wars also rest peacefully at the 139-year-old cemetery.

For more than a half century now, a ceremony has occurred every Memorial Day at Marietta National Cemetery to honor all those who served and gave their life for our country’s freedom. It is a time to reflect on — and honor — those who stood heroically by their country during battle and who are today making the same unshakable commitment of valor in far away lands. Sponsored by the National Memorial Day Association of Georgia and The Avenue of Flags, this year’s event promises to once again stir emotions and teach young and old alike what the words duty, honor and country truly mean.

On the Saturday before Memorial Day, May 29, 2010, at 8 AM, the Boy Scouts of America, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts of America and Brownies will place flags beside every grave.

The Memorial Day event begins at noon on May 31th and will feature patriotic music, posting of the colors, prayers, a gun salute and inspiring speakers. All veterans, as well the general public, are invited to attend what will be a meaningful and memorable ceremony.

Guest Speaker:  U.S. Army Lieutenant General
Russel L. Honore (RET)

Lieutenant General Honore's Biography (PDF)

Honoree Organization for 2010 Ceremony:

The American Legion