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Recognition of Bells of Peace, A National World War I Remembrance - November 11, 2018.
Executive Summary: This Proclamation will commemorate the tolling of bells across the United States, which will occur at 11 a.m. on Veterans Day, November 11, 2018, in honor of those who served in the Great War.
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Purpose & Explanation
“Bells of Peace: A National World War I Remembrance” is a national tolling of bells across the United States to honor those who served in the Great War. The United States participated in World War I from April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918.
For the 100-year anniversary of the ending of hostilities on November 11, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., bells will slowly toll 21 times, symbolizing the nation's highest honor - the 21-gun salute.
Timing Considerations
A ceremony recognizing Bells of Peace, A National World War I Remembrance will take place at the newly restored Hudson World War I Memorial on the Boy Scout Cabin Green on November 11, 2018, at 11 a.m.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
I encourage our citizens to pause at 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 2018, and recognize, commemorate, and give thanks for the service and sacrifice of those who served in World War I.
Submitted by,
David A. Basil, Mayor