Sacrifices honored in Warren
Warren events held to celebrate
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WARREN -- The sacrifices of veterans who served the country in various branches of the military were honored with a special service and a parade Friday for Veterans Day.
The service took place at the First Presbyterian Church in Warren followed by the parade through downtown Warren.
"The whole day is an opportunity to pause, say thank you and recognize the sacrifices veterans have made," said Herm Breuer, director of the Trumbull County Veteran Services Commission, which sponsored the service.
Mayor Doug Franklin said the celebratory service is important.
"We are united today in gratitude to recognize and express our appreciation to those who have served our nation with honor and courage and the sacrifices they have made.
The veterans in our midst today answered the call of duty and have faced adversity," Franklin said.
Franklin said it also is important to remember the veterans' families who have stood by their side and the challenges that come with being a military family.
"As a community it is truly our duty to ensure that the veterans receive the support they need when they return. We must offer our helping hands," Franklin said.
Franklin said the city and its residents thank the veterans for their service.
Breuer, a National Guard veteran who served in Iraq, said people will hear many stories of heroism at events over the weekend.
"On a day like today we hear stories of different types of service, we hear tales of heroism, we hear from a guest speaker that spent countess years in uniform and served all over the globe, and we honor them and thank them. We talk about what makes those that served in the military special," Breuer said.
Warren Councilman Todd Johnson said Veterans Day allows people to recognize and remember the great sacrifices made by all who have served this nation. He said that through words spoken, thoughts shared and proclamations presented, the public has the chance of reach out and show thanks and appreciation to the veterans.
"The great heroic stories we hear today of the past and present will help inspire those who will serve our country in the future," Johnson said.
During the service, special recognition was given to Veterans of Foreign War Posts 1090, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Historical photos and other war memorabilia from the Trumbull County Historical Society were on display in the church showcasing the VFW post.
Jim Rapone, a VFW commissioner and veteran, said the local historical society found many postcards written in the 1930s from members of VFW Post 1090.
The Cortland Community Band played a selection of patriotic tunes as attendees were given flags so they could also be a part of the celebration.
Local servicemen and women were saluted and honored with each branch of the military receiving a round of applause.
Members of the VFW Post led the parade, which was sponsored by the Tribune Chronicle, through the city.