YUMA, Arizona (KYMA, KECY) – Veterans Affairs (VFW) Post 1763 held its Medal of Honor ceremony on Saturday.

The ceremony began at 4:00 pm and was open to the public, including past and present veterans.

this is, national honor day As Congress established this, according to the Medal of Honor Society, “to promote public evaluation and recognition of Medal of Honor recipients.”

Additionally, VFW Post 1763 states that history and meaning The Medal of Honor will be conferred and the awardees will be thanked.

Christopher Nunez, Staff Judge Advocate for VFW Post 1763 said:

Carne Asada tacos and drinks were served, and members of the Arizona Classical Ballet performed patriotic tap dances for attendees.

The Arizona Classical Ballet also provided snacks such as cookies, marshmallows and pecan pie.

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