Bedford County honors Memorial Day

Posted 6/1/22

Bedford County United Veterans Council hosted a Memorial Day observance Monday at the historic Bedford County Courthouse.

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Bedford County honors Memorial Day

A Memorial Day ceremony was held on the public square on Monday to honor those in military service who have passed. Several veterans organizations were represented. This bugler, seen here prior to the ceremony, closed the ceremony with a performance of “Taps.”

Photo by Dave Rogers

Marty Gordon brought a mule-drawn wagon to the event.

Bedford County Government Photos

The event was held at the Bedford County Veterans Memorial Plaza on the courthouse grounds.

Retired Marine colonel Jeffrey Johnson was the keynote speaker for the event. In the background is Michael Ruess, chairman of the United Veterans Council.