Wreaths Across America Honoring Veterans

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Thousands of veterans' headstones in the US will have wreaths placed on them on December 14 to honor and remember their sacrifices, a tradition started by Worcester Wreath in 1992. The movement led to the creation of Wreaths Across America in 2007, with the mission of 'Remember. Honor. Teach.' The organization now has thousands of participating locations across the US and overseas, with ceremonies taking place on National Wreaths Across America Day at nearly 5,000 locations nationwide.

Key Points

  • Tradition started in 1992 by Worcester Wreath
  • Creation of Wreaths Across America in 2007
  • Mission of 'Remember. Honor. Teach.'
  • Thousands of participating locations across the US and overseas
  • Ceremonies on National Wreaths Across America Day at nearly 5,000 locations

Pros

  • Honoring and remembering the sacrifices of veterans
  • Teaching the next generation the value of freedom and the cost of it
  • Bringing communities together in volunteerism and love for the military

Cons

  • The emotional toll on families and friends of fallen veterans