Armistice Day

Sandy Baird Commentary: A Day In History: Armistice Day 11/11/2024

Sandy Baird discusses Armistice Day.

From Sandy Baird:

Today marks an unforgettable day in history, and the newest episode of A Day in History delves deep into its significance. Join Sandy as she explores the rich legacy of Armistice Day, which brought the world together in hope and remembrance after the close of World War I.

In this episode of Day in History, Sandy reflects on the historic signing of the 1918 armistice, the moment that marked the end of hostilities on the Western Front, and why November 11 continues to carry deep meaning across generations. Through insightful commentary and captivating historical context, she’ll connect past and present, bringing the stories of those who sacrificed to life.

Plaques of Battery Park 11/11/2024

Town Meeting TV's Charlie Giannoni walks around Burlington's Battery Park to see the memorials, plaques, and markers.

Williston Rotary Club Veterans Day Observance 2024 11/11/2024

From the Rotary Club:

We gather to honor our veterans and their families, reflecting on their contributions and sacrifices to keep us safe and free.

Monday, November 11, 9 a.m. Light refreshments to follow. Williston's War Memorial Park (between Town Hall and the Town Hall Annex).

For more information visit: https://rotary7850.org/clubinfo/williston-richmond

Veterans Day Commemoration 2024 11/11/2024

VFW Post 782 hosts the Annual Veterans Day Commemoration. Reverend Mark Hughes, Commander of Howard Plant Post 782, presiding. Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak is also in attendance.

Williston Rotary Club Veterans Day Observance 2023 11/11/2023

From the Rotary Club:

The Williston-Richmond Rotary Club holds a Veterans Day observance on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 9 a.m. in the War Memorial Park between the Williston Town Hall and the Town Hall Annex on Williston Road. Includes remarks and the reading of the names of area veterans.

For more information visit: https://rotary7850.org/clubinfo/williston-richmond

Veterans Day Commemoration 2023 11/10/2023

From The Mayor's office:

The timing of the event originates in the end of World War I, when the armistice between the Allies and Germany began at 11:00 am on the eleventh day of the eleventh month of the year.

This annual event is hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wares (VFW) Howard Plant Post 782. It has been a great privilege to attend this event as Mayor, and I invite you to join me and many others at Battery Park to honor those in our community, including many City employees, who have served our country in the armed forces.

Sandy Baird Commentary: Armistice Day 2023 11/09/2023

Sandy Baird discusses Armistice Day.

Veterans Day Commemoration 2022 11/11/2022

From The Mayor's office:

The timing of the event originates in the end of World War I, when the armistice between the Allies and Germany began at 11:00 am on the eleventh day of the eleventh month of the year.

This annual event is hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wares (VFW) Howard Plant Post 782 and is always moving and inspirational. It has been a great privilege to attend this event as Mayor, and I invite you to join me and many others at Battery Park tomorrow to honor those in our community, including many City employees, who have served our country in the armed forces.