The Oahu Veterans Council (OVC) presented the 93rd Veterans Day Commemoration on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
"The OVC purpose is to preserve the memory and pride of all veterans who honorably served our U.S. Armed Forces and great nation, to advocate for veterans earned rights and benefits and to promote and foster understanding and unity amongst veterans, civic organizations and the community."
…Oahu Veterans Council (OVC)
Gene Castagnetti Col (Ret) USMC – Director, National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific opened the ceremony and served as the master of ceremonies throughout the morning. Colonel Castagnetti had the privilege of introducing Key Note Speaker, The Honorable Daniel K. Akaka, United States Senator from Hawaii. Senator Akaka served as the Senior Member of the Senate Committee on Veteran's Affairs from 2007-2011.
The Honorable Max Cleland, Secretary, American Battle Monuments Commission was invited to attend as Sunday's Distinguished Speaker. Secretary Cleland received the Silver Star for gallantry in combat after being severely wounded while serving in Vietnam in 1968. Max Cleland has served his country as a distinguished public servant for the past 50 years and is also a former U.S. Senator.
The 93rd Veterans Day Commemoration recognized and honored those who served in the following wars and conflicts:
WWI, WWII
Korea
Vietnam
Cold War
Gulf Wars
Afghanistan
Global War on Terrorism
The National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific exists today as a testament to one rising above courage.
Fallen warrior,
lifted spirit,
honored soul.
MyPearlCity.com would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to the men and women of our U.S. Armed Forces who have sacrificed their lives so we may remain free. We also extend our prayers to those who may be placed in harms way while defending our country, so that they may return home safely to their family and friends.
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Gene Castagnetti Col (Ret) USMC – Director, National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
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The Honorable Daniel K. Akaka, United States Senator is welcomed as he arrives at the 93rd Veterans Day Commemoration held at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific on Sunday, November 11, 2012. Senator Akaka was the featured Key Note Speaker on Sunday.
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Distinguished Speaker, The Honorable Max Cleland, Secretary, American Battle Monuments Commission (seated) reads a letter from President Barack Obama recognizing veterans from our United States Armed Forces (past and present) for their sacrifice, bravery, and commitment to serve and protect our country.
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Hawaii Governor Neil Abercrombie (far left) was in attendance and also served as a guest speaker during the 93rd Veterans Day Commemoration held at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
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Sunday's 93rd Veterans Day Commemoration honored the men and women who have served and continue to serve their country at home and around the world in time of war and peace.
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Vietnam War Memorial dedication was held on Sunday at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
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An American hero. Decorated, humble, and honored.
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Proud to serve.
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Members from Pa Kui A Holo perform a Hawaiian Ha'a during Sunday's 93rd Veterans Day Commemoration at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu.
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In honor of Hawaii's armed forces fallen heroes.