Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Veterans Day is a time to recognize and honor our veterans across the globe, and it was a beautiful day in Effingham for the ceremony.
Larry Manuel of VFW 1769 was MC, and he introduced Pastor Steve Linton for the invocation.
Charlie & Bob McWhorter raised the flag, and the anthem was performed by Pat & Julie Zuber with Charlie Newlin.
The guest speaker was Gaylen Nelson, a Vietnam vet, who shared a story about how a mother’s love can protect all, and that prayer is extremely powerful. He also gave first-hand experiences from his time in the Vietnam War.
There was then a presentation of a donation to the Elk’s Lodge 1016 by Josh Dust.
Pastor Linton then gave the benediction, and Matt Stead led the taps and the 7 gun salute to end the ceremony.
Thank you to all veterans who served, and those who continue to serve. It is because of your bravery that we can proudly call our nation the land of the free, and home of the brave.
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