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Wilmington National CemeteryHundreds pay their respects at Wilmington National CemeterySubmitted by Sarah Murphy on Mon, 05/27/2013 - 7:09pm.READ MORE:  The Wilmington National Cemetery was the site of the Memorial Day service, hosted by the New Hanover County Veterans Council. During the Tolling of the Bells Ceremony, over six hundred names of local, fallen servicemen and women were read aloud.
Full story...Mother remembers fallen son on Memorial DaySubmitted by Sarah Murphy on Mon, 05/27/2013 - 6:05pm.READ MORE: As hundreds gathered Monday at Wilmington National Cemetery to pay their respects to our fallen servicemen and women, one woman dressed in all white stood out.
Full story...Marking History: US Colored Troops in Wilmington National CemeterySubmitted by Tim Buckley on Mon, 12/24/2012 - 7:57am.READ MORE: Our area is rich in Civil War history, but there's a part of that history that isn't so widely known.Outside the Wilmington National Cemetery stands a plaque honoring the US Colored Troops buried there.
Full story...Headstones get a holiday make-overSubmitted by Christina Anthony on Sat, 12/15/2012 - 11:24pm.READ MORE:
What were once bare headstones had a holiday make-over this weekend at the Wilmington National Cemetery. Veterans and supporters attended a "Wreaths Across America Ceremony" where they showed respect for fallen and forgotten soldiers. Though everyone was pleased with the turnout, one veteran wishes the military had as much support.
Full story...Veterans honored at annual ceremonySubmitted by Matt Ray on Sun, 11/11/2012 - 7:12pm.READ MORE:
Wilmington National Cemetery was full of people supporting our troops, both past and present.
Full story...Veterans honored during ceremony at Wilmington National CemeterySubmitted by Cliff Pyron on Wed, 07/04/2012 - 3:04pm.READ MORE: The bell tolls for Wilmington service people not coming homeSubmitted by Chris Phillips on Mon, 05/28/2012 - 7:03pm.READ MORE:
The true meaning of Memorial Day was felt at the Wilmington National Cemetery Monday morning, where veterans gathered with local citizens to pay their respects to the growing number of service people who will not be coming home.
Full story...Wreaths honor fallen service men and women during holiday seasonSubmitted by Asha Dave on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 3:02pm.READ MORE: Wreaths Across America to honor fallen heroes SaturdaySubmitted by Ramon Herrera on Wed, 12/07/2011 - 5:55pm.READ MORE:
More than 340,000 wreaths are on the move right now, all part of Wreaths Across America. Each year the organization coordinates hundreds of wreath-laying ceremonies on the second Saturday of December to honor and remember those who have served our country.
Full story... » Veterans remember during ceremony at National CemeterySubmitted by Cliff Pyron on Fri, 11/11/2011 - 4:55pm.READ MORE:
Hundreds of patriotic Americans gathered at Wilmington's National Cemetery today. It was in part a chance to mourn and a time to honor veterans and active service members.
Full story...Driving force behind historical marker to be honored in nation's capitalSubmitted by Cliff Pyron on Fri, 07/15/2011 - 5:19pm.READ MORE:
Last month a historical marker was unveiled outside Wilmington National Cemetery to honor the hundreds of US Colored Troops buried in the Port City. Next week the man behind that marker will be honored for his efforts.
Full story... » Historical marker honors US Colored Troops in Civil WarSubmitted by Asha Dave on Thu, 06/02/2011 - 12:35pm.READ MORE: A new historical marker now stands on the side of Market Street in Wilmington. It honors the Civil War efforts of slaves and free blacks who fought in the Port City.
Full story...Hundreds attend Memorial Day ceremony at Wilmington National CemeterySubmitted by Cliff Pyron on Mon, 05/30/2011 - 3:34pm.READ MORE: Scouts honor fallen soldiers with flagsSubmitted by Asha Dave on Sat, 05/28/2011 - 6:59pm.READ MORE: Scouts get National Cemetery ready for Memorial DaySubmitted by Tim Buckley on Sat, 05/29/2010 - 12:46pm.READ MORE: |
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