story by and photos by
Christopher R. Martin
American Legion Harsh Crisp Seaman Post 379 in Brockport held their Annual Veterans Day Ceremony at their clubhouse located at 222 West Avenue on the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month at the Eleventh Hour remembering the end of World War I and honoring all veterans who have served and continue to serve this great land of ours.
The somber, yet respectful ceremony was well attended by the community. Post Commander Jack Tangen led the ceremony. County Legislators, Past Fire Chiefs, and members of the greater Brockport community joined the veterans and their families in attendance. Commander Tangen led them in the Pledge of Allegiance and shared poems and prayers appropriate for the occasion. The crowd sang along to the National Anthem. Post Adjutant Bill Fine and Auxiliary Treasurer Patricia Connors shared the microphone with Commander Tangen as they read their respective parts of the ceremony.
When one reflects on what President Abraham Lincoln once said, “A nation that does not honor its heroes will not long endure,” it is easy to see the Brockport community does its part to honor all of their heroes.
