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Rye Honors Veterans with Ceremony and Luncheon on Nov 11

10/21/2025

Summary

Story summary

The City of Rye and American Legion Post 128 will honor veterans on Veterans Day, November 11, 2025, at Rye City Hall at 10:30 AM.
Commander Fred de Barros will lead the ceremony, with keynote speaker Sabrina Murphy, CEO of the Rye YMCA, discussing her commitment to veterans and their families.
A luncheon for veterans and their families will follow the ceremony, with details to be announced.
In Florida, most schools will close for Veterans Day, while some will remain open.
The National Veterans Day Ceremony will occur at Arlington National Cemetery, featuring a Presidential Wreath Laying.

History

Historical Context

Veterans Day, originally Armistice Day, was first observed on November 11, 1919, to commemorate the end of World War I. In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation to honor all U.S. veterans, following efforts by World War II veteran Raymond Weeks. Today, ceremonies like the one in Rye reflect the nation's ongoing commitment to recognizing military sacrifices and supporting veterans and their families.

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Story summary

The City of Rye and American Legion Post 128 will honor veterans on Veterans Day, November 11, 2025, at Rye City Hall at 10:30 AM.
Commander Fred de Barros will lead the ceremony, with keynote speaker Sabrina Murphy, CEO of the Rye YMCA, discussing her commitment to veterans and their families.
A luncheon for veterans and their families will follow the ceremony, with details to be announced.
In Florida, most schools will close for Veterans Day, while some will remain open.
The National Veterans Day Ceremony will occur at Arlington National Cemetery, featuring a Presidential Wreath Laying.

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