American Legion Post 17 hosted its annual Memorial Day ceremony in Sunset Cemetery on Monday, honoring those who had died in the fight for freedom.
The event was preceded by a live performance by the Manhattan Municipal Band and followed with a luncheon at the American Legion.
Commander Matthew Buraney spoke about why Memorial Day is important.
Manhattan city commissioner John Matta was the keynote speaker at Monday’s ceremony.
To close out the event, American Legion member Bruce Bell honored those fallen in previous wars as members hung wreaths from several cross-shaped memorials in honor of those who had fallen.
Photos from Monday’s ceremony can be found below.
