Memorial Day ceremony held at Camp Casey, South Korea

Lewis L. Millett American Legion Post 38 - Camp Casey, South Korea, OT

As part of the Memorial Day ceremony held at Camp Casey, South Korea, on March 29, 2023, William Beatty - vice commander/service officer of Lewis L. Millett American Legion Post 38, South Korea - conducted the Missing Man Ceremony. The Missing Man Ceremony is a tribute to honor fallen or missing servicemembers. This event is to commemorate those who have made the ultimate sacrifice or are still unaccounted for in the line of duty. The ceremony involves a symbolic table set for one, representing the missing or fallen comrade. The table is covered with a white cloth, symbolizing the purity of their intentions when they answered the call to serve. On the table, various items are placed to represent different aspects of the servicemember's life and sacrifice. The Memorial Day ceremony at Camp Casey was a joint effort of VFW Post 9985 and American Legion Post 38.


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