ARMY NEWS: Schofield Barracks Memorial Day Remembrance ceremony (UNCLASSIFIED)
Posted on May 24, 2019 in Latest Department NewsSCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii (May 24, 2019) — The Army will hold an intimate Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at the Post Cemetery, here, May 27 at 10 a.m.
The public is invited to join in honoring Army veterans and members of our sister services who gave their lives in service of our country.
Col. Tom Barrett, commander, U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii, will be the speaker for this event. Representatives from the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Gold Star Families will also participate, placing wreaths to honor fallen comrades.
Visitors who do not possess a military ID should enter Schofield through Lyman Gate on Kunia Road, where they will be subject to an installation security background check. All vehicle occupants 16 years of age and older must present a valid state or government photo ID, and the vehicle driver must provide a current driver’s license, vehicle registration, proof of insurance and safety check.
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Stefanie Gutierrez, Public Affairs
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MEDIA NOTE: Media escort is required on Army installations in Hawaii. Media should contact Public Affairs by May 26 to coordinate access.