"Time will not dim the glory of their deeds"
-General John J. Pershing
Article by: Troop 112 Scout Josiah R.
On May 30th, the American Legion, Paris Post 1, held three Memorial Day ceremonies. Three Scouts from Paris Troop 112 volunteered as flag bearers and helped with other tasks.
The first ceremony was at the American Legion Mausoleum, where over 300 soldiers rest in eternal peace. The Legion unveiled a new placard, and guest speakers honored the sacrifice of the American troops in France. The second ceremony was at the American Cathedral and culminated in laying flowers at the cloister dedicated to American losses during WWI and WWII. The last ceremony was held at Pershing Hall, the former American Legion building now used for commercial purposes.
In Pershing Hall, Mr. Curtis Bartosik, Paris Post 1 member and Troop 112 leader, gave a delightful and moving speech about why we refuse to forget the courage, competence, and sacrifice made here and at home.
