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Virtual event honors WWI Veterans, opens National WWI Memorial

April 20, 2021

The virtual First Colors event paid homage to World War I Veterans and opened the National World War I Memorial on April 16. Hosted by actor Gary Sinise, the ceremony featured remarks from several guests, including President Joe Biden. “Let’s remember all that was sacrificed, all that was sanctified, by proud, brave Americans who served … Continued

WWI Veterans to be honored during online ceremony featuring Gary Sinise

April 15, 2021

By U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

World War I Veterans will be honored during First Colors, a 90-minute virtual, free broadcast 10 a.m. Eastern April 16. Actor Gary Sinise hosts the inaugural flag raising at the Memorial site and virtual program, held only online at https://firstcolors.worldwar1centennial.org/. The program honors those who served in the trenches and on the home front. It also celebrates a nation … Continued