{"id":372918,"date":"2025-11-12T02:32:27","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T02:32:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/372918\/"},"modified":"2025-11-12T02:32:27","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T02:32:27","slug":"heres-how-veterans-were-honored-with-ceremonies-around-la-county-daily-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/372918\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s how veterans were honored with ceremonies around LA County \u2013 Daily News"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"mng-gallery-initialized mng-gallery-slider\">\n<li data-index=\"1\" class=\"mng-ge mng-gallery-active\" id=\"mng-ge-0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Cousins Bianca Paniagua, 7, Cole Cortez, 6, and Hayes Silva,...\" class=\"size-article_inline\"  \/>\n<p>Cousins Bianca Paniagua, 7, Cole Cortez, 6, and Hayes Silva, 5, play during the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. The family was honoring their relatives Vietnam Veterans Edward Landin and Richard Altamirano. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"2\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rosamond California Cadet Corps students in middle and high school...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-14-SR-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Rosamond California Cadet Corps students in middle and high school march in the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"3\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Korean War Veteran Sam Lopez is driven in a LA...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-11-SR-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Korean War Veteran Sam Lopez is driven in a LA Dodgers car during the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"4\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"San Fernando High School marching band performs in the San...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-10-SR.jpg\" \/>\n<p>San Fernando High School marching band performs in the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"5\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"San Fernando High School marching band performs in the San...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-09-SR-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>San Fernando High School marching band performs in the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"6\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-5\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade honoring veterans and service...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-08-SR.jpg\" \/>\n<p>San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade honoring veterans and service members is held in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"7\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Porter Middle School band performs in the San Fernando...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-06-SR-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>The Porter Middle School band performs in the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"8\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Felicity Calvillo, 20, of Sylmar, and her one-year-old sister Faith...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-05-SR.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Felicity Calvillo, 20, of Sylmar, and her one-year-old sister Faith watch the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"9\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade honoring veterans and service...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-07-SR-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade honoring veterans and service members is held in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"10\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-9\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"United States Marine Corps veterans ride in the San Fernando...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-04-SR-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>United States Marine Corps veterans ride in the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"11\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-10\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The family of WWII Veteran Estevan Guerrero honors his memory...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-03-SR.jpg\" \/>\n<p>The family of WWII Veteran Estevan Guerrero honors his memory during the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"12\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-11\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Honorary Grand Marshal Airman Victor Morales, who served in Operation...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-02-SR.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Honorary Grand Marshal Airman Victor Morales, who served in Operation Desert Storm, rides in the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"13\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-12\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"A boy waves an American flag in a vehicle carrying...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VET-DAY-1112-01-SR-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>A boy waves an American flag in a vehicle carrying the memory of WWII Veteran Ysabel Rodriguez in the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show Caption<\/p>\n<p>1 of 13<\/p>\n<p>Cousins Bianca Paniagua, 7, Cole Cortez, 6, and Hayes Silva, 5, play during the San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade in Mission Hills on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. The family was honoring their relatives Vietnam Veterans Edward Landin and Richard Altamirano. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#\" class=\"icon-enlarge mng-gallery-fullscreen-expand\" aria-label=\"Expand fullscreen slideshow\">Expand<\/a><\/p>\n<p>From the mountains to the coast, Los Angeles County residents paused to salute men and women\u2019s who\u2019ve served their nation during Tuesday\u2019s Veterans Day observances.<\/p>\n<p>The San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade was the largest Veterans Day event for veterans in the county, according to the parade\u2019s organizers, attracting about 20,000 residents who \u201cpay tribute to the men and women who serve or have served.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Approximately 2,000 veterans from the WWII era, the Korean War era, the Vietnam War era, the Desert Storm era and Operation Iraqi Freedom\/Operation Enduring Freedom participated in the parade.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cVeterans Day is a day set aside to honor veterans for their services and sacrifices they and their families have made,\u201d the organizers said.<\/p>\n<p>The parade began at 11:11 am, representing the time on November 11, 1918, when World War I ended. The parade route began in Missions Hills at Laurel Canyon and San Fernando Mission boulevards, then went south to Paxton Street in Pacoima. The parade\u2019s theme was \u201cHonoring those who served past and present.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The grand marshals were former U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Martin Lopez, who served from 1992-2010, and former U.S. Army Pvt. Gregory Garcia, who served from 1948-52. The honorary grand marshals were former U.S. Army Pfc. Ronald J. Puga, who served from 1972-74, and former U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Elliott McKenzie, who served from 2003-07.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"mng-gallery-initialized mng-gallery-slider\">\n<li data-index=\"1\" class=\"mng-ge mng-gallery-active\" id=\"mng-ge-0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Army Veteran Daniel Solis salutes during the National Anthem as...\" class=\"size-article_inline\"  \/>\n<p>Army Veteran Daniel Solis salutes during the National Anthem as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"2\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"City Council Member Fernando Dutra speaks as the City of...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_07.jpg\" \/>\n<p>City Council Member Fernando Dutra speaks as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"3\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Cub Scouts climb on the statue of John Greenleaf Whittier...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_10.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Cub Scouts climb on the statue of John Greenleaf Whittier during the Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"4\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Army Veteran Bruce Hearn salutes during the National Anthem as...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_05.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Army Veteran Bruce Hearn salutes during the National Anthem as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"5\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"American Legion Chaplain Al Granados salutes during the National Anthem...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_03.jpg\" \/>\n<p>American Legion Chaplain Al Granados salutes during the National Anthem as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"6\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-5\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Local scouts process with the flags as the City of...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_02.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Local scouts process with the flags as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"7\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Hollywood dolls perform as the City of Whittier hosts...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_09.jpg\" \/>\n<p>The Hollywood dolls perform as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"8\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Army Veteran Felipe Guzman salutes during the National Anthem as...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_04.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Army Veteran Felipe Guzman salutes during the National Anthem as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"9\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Local scouts salute during the National Anthem as the City...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_08.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Local scouts salute during the National Anthem as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"10\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-9\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mayor Joe Vinatieri speaks as the City of Whittier hosts...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WDN-L-VETDAY-1112_01.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Mayor Joe Vinatieri speaks as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show Caption<\/p>\n<p>1 of 10<\/p>\n<p>Army Veteran Daniel Solis salutes during the National Anthem as the City of Whittier hosts their Veterans Day Celebration at Central Park in Whittier on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#\" class=\"icon-enlarge mng-gallery-fullscreen-expand\" aria-label=\"Expand fullscreen slideshow\">Expand<\/a><\/p>\n<p>In Whittier, at the city\u2019s Central Park, a presentation of the colors by local Scouts was the interlude to a performance by The Hollywood Dolls \u2014 patriotic music and dance in a kind of Andrews Sisters-style presentation.<\/p>\n<p>Local leaders and officials praised veterans, amid a picnic vibe in the park in a celebration organized by the city of Whittier\u2019s Parks, Recreation &amp; Community Services Department, with support from the Whittier Public Library\u2019s Veterans Resource Center and Whittier\u2019s local veteran volunteers.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"mng-gallery-initialized mng-gallery-slider\">\n<li data-index=\"1\" class=\"mng-ge mng-gallery-active\" id=\"mng-ge-0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Marine veteran Lamont Westmorland clapping during closing remarks of the...\" class=\"size-article_inline\"  \/>\n<p>Marine veteran Lamont Westmorland clapping during closing remarks of the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena Court House on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"2\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"American Legion Pasadena members Rich Castellano and Eagle Linker during...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-771.jpg\" \/>\n<p>American Legion Pasadena members Rich Castellano and Eagle Linker during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"3\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Condor Squadron performs a flyover during the Veterans Day...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-770.jpg\" \/>\n<p>The Condor Squadron performs a flyover during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025.(Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"4\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Members of the Blair High School Color Guard during a...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-768_a932db.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Members of the Blair High School Color Guard during a Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena CIty Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"5\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Eagle Linker takes a video during the Veterans Day Ceremony...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-764.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Eagle Linker takes a video during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"6\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-5\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Ted Saraf shakes hands with William Paparian during the Veterans...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-759_3cea6a.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Ted Saraf shakes hands with William Paparian during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"7\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"US Army veteran Martin Juarez of Sons of Liberty Chapter...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-767_81d029.jpg\" \/>\n<p>US Army veteran Martin Juarez of Sons of Liberty Chapter Los Angeles, during the Pasadena Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"8\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Former mayor of Pasadena William Paparian speaks during the Veterans...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-758_5a6291.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Former mayor of Pasadena William Paparian speaks during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"9\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Marine Corps veteran Mark Downing takes a video during the...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-762_ee41da.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Marine Corps veteran Mark Downing takes a video during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"10\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-9\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"A 1968 Dodge Coronet police car on display during a...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-769.jpg\" \/>\n<p>A 1968 Dodge Coronet police car on display during a Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"11\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-10\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shannon Ren\u00e8e Gray sings the national anthem during the Veterans...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-756_7c2954.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Shannon Ren\u00e8e Gray sings the national anthem during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"12\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-11\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Jason Lyon, Justin Jones, Tyron Hampton, Gene Masuda, Jess Rivas,...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-763.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Jason Lyon, Justin Jones, Tyron Hampton, Gene Masuda, Jess Rivas, Victor Gordo, Justice Eileen C. Moore, and William Paparian during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"13\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-12\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Justice Eileen C. Moore speaks during the Veterans Day Ceremony...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-760.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Justice Eileen C. Moore speaks during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025.(Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"14\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-13\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mayor of Pasadena Victor Gordo speaks during the Veterans Day...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-755.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Mayor of Pasadena Victor Gordo speaks during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"15\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-14\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Condor Squadron performs a flyover during the Veterans Day...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-761_c6464f.jpg\" \/>\n<p>The Condor Squadron performs a flyover during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025.(Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"16\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-15\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Justin Soto, Dayio Ito, Spencer Hiking, and Braden Wallace from...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAS-L-VETS-DAY-1011-766_ba6132.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Justin Soto, Dayio Ito, Spencer Hiking, and Braden Wallace from the Pasadena Fire Department cook hot dogs during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena City Hall on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show Caption<\/p>\n<p>1 of 16<\/p>\n<p>Marine veteran Lamont Westmorland clapping during closing remarks of the Veterans Day Ceremony at Pasadena Court House on Nov. 11, 2025. (Contributing Photographer, Connor Terry)\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#\" class=\"icon-enlarge mng-gallery-fullscreen-expand\" aria-label=\"Expand fullscreen slideshow\">Expand<\/a><\/p>\n<p>In Pasadena, in front of its vintage City Hall, the community paid tribute to past city resident and Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Colonel Raymond G. Harvey.<\/p>\n<p>The Medal of Honor, the nation\u2019s highest military decoration, is awarded for valor in action against an enemy force.<\/p>\n<p>Harvey ranks among the most highly decorated soldiers in United States Army history. He was a Chickasaw Indian \u2014 and Pasadena resident \u2014 when he entered military service in 1939. And he would return to Pasadena after his service in World War II and Korea.<\/p>\n<p>According to the city, during World War II, Harvey served with the 79th Infantry Division and was in that division\u2019s campaigns in northern France and Germany.<\/p>\n<p>His Medal of Honor was for his heroism in Korea, where as a captain he led Company C of the 7th Infantry Division.\u00a0 He also earned the Distinguished Service Cross, three Silver Stars, three Bronze Stars, three Purple Hearts, and the French Croix de Guerre with Palm for his valor in World War II and Korea.<\/p>\n<p>The city also honored the 2D Battalion 23D Marine Corps Regiment, which recently returned from overseas deployment. Adopted by Pasadena in 2013, the regiment was be honored during a Yellow Ribbon Ceremony.<\/p>\n<p>Eileen Moore, a decorated combat nurse who served in Vietnam with the Army Nurse Corps as is an associate justice on the California Court of Appeal, gave the keynote address.<\/p>\n<p>There were complimentary hot dogs served by Pasadena Fire Fighters Local 809. Activities and exhibits curated by Martin Severance Chapter, NSDAR. Informational booths from the US Naval Sea Cadet Corps, American Legion Posts 13 &amp; 280, and\u00a0the Rose Bowl Stadium.<\/p>\n<p>And in the sky was a special flyover by the Condor Squadron.<\/p>\n<p>In Covina, the Field of Valor, with its 2,001 flag display opened on Nov. 9 and will remain open through Saturday, Nov. 15.<\/p>\n<p>Covina Police Chief Ric Walczak was set to lead a Veterans Day ceremony at Sierra Vista Middle School. Proceeds from the flag display helps local veterans, families of deployed military and the Ontario USO. Volunteers at the event included members from the Covina Rotary Club, West Covina Kiwanis, SGV Conservation Corps, and Daughters of the American Revolution. Other volunteers came from Merry Maids of Covina, Covina Valley School District and Suburban Water Company.<\/p>\n<p>The city of Baldwin Park staged its 34th annual ceremony at the Cesar E. Chavez Amphitheater at Morgan Park. The ceremony honored veterans, with live entertainment and free refreshments.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur annual Veterans Day Ceremony is one of the City\u2019s most meaningful traditions, a time to come together and thank the brave individuals from every branch of the United States military who have selflessly served our country,\u201d said Baldwin Park Mayor Alejandra Avila in a written statement in a release ahead of the ceremony. \u201cIt\u2019s also a moment to reflect as a community, to honor those who protect our freedoms and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul class=\"mng-gallery-initialized mng-gallery-slider\">\n<li data-index=\"1\" class=\"mng-ge mng-gallery-active\" id=\"mng-ge-0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Air Force Veteran Randy Mills attends the Queen Mary\u2019s Veterans...\" class=\"size-article_inline\"  \/>\n<p>Air Force Veteran Randy Mills attends the Queen Mary\u2019s Veterans Day celebration in Long Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"2\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Army Veteran Robert Respicio, center, poses for a photograph with...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LPT-L-VETDAY-QM-1112-DK-06.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Army Veteran Robert Respicio, center, poses for a photograph with the Vintage Vixens during the Queen Mary\u2019s Veterans Day celebration in Long Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"3\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Air Force Veteran Robert Nordland attends the Queen Mary\u2019s Veterans...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LPT-L-VETDAY-QM-1112-DK-08.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Air Force Veteran Robert Nordland attends the Queen Mary\u2019s Veterans Day celebration in Long Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show Caption<\/p>\n<p>1 of 3<\/p>\n<p>Air Force Veteran Randy Mills attends the Queen Mary\u2019s Veterans Day celebration in Long Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#\" class=\"icon-enlarge mng-gallery-fullscreen-expand\" aria-label=\"Expand fullscreen slideshow\">Expand<\/a><\/p>\n<p>On the coast, Long Beach\u2019s Queen Mary once again hosted a day filled with live music, arts and crafts, and family-friendly activities to honor veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families.<\/p>\n<p>Veterans and their guests enjoyed free admission aboard the legendary ship on Tuesday, Nov. 11, and special programming and activities designed to commemorate and celebrate their service \u2014 including meet-and-greets with the ship\u2019s captain and officers.<\/p>\n<p>Navy veteran Dr. Leo Rodriguez, an emergency physician, spoke at the Hermosa Beach Veterans Memorial, along with Hermosa Beach Mayor Rob Saemann and Councilmember Raymond Jackson, a retired U.S. Army colonel.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"mng-gallery-initialized mng-gallery-slider\">\n<li data-index=\"1\" class=\"mng-ge mng-gallery-active\" id=\"mng-ge-0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Hermosa Beach Councilman Raymond Jackson, right, shakes hands with a...\" class=\"size-article_inline\"  \/>\n<p>Hermosa Beach Councilman Raymond Jackson, right, shakes hands with a 95-year-old military veteran during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"2\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Leo Rodriguez, a veteran Navy doctor who served in Afghanistan...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-7.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Leo Rodriguez, a veteran Navy doctor who served in Afghanistan and the Persian Gulf, speaks about his experience with both the military and his family during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"3\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Boy scouts hand out free camouflage hats to veterans during...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-11.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Boy scouts hand out free camouflage hats to veterans during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"4\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"A crowd of veterans, family members and local residents stand...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-10.jpg\" \/>\n<p>A crowd of veterans, family members and local residents stand for the flag during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"5\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rows of veterans, family members and local residents listen to...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-6.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Rows of veterans, family members and local residents listen to music and speeches during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"6\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-5\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Members of the Redondo Union High School Marine Corps JROTC...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-9.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Members of the Redondo Union High School Marine Corps JROTC perform the presentation of colors during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"7\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Members of the Redondo Union High School Marine Corps JROTC...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Members of the Redondo Union High School Marine Corps JROTC perform the presentation of colors during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"8\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Brett Armstrong, a pastor at the Guidestone Church, speaks during...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-3.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Brett Armstrong, a pastor at the Guidestone Church, speaks during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"9\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Hermosa Beach Mayor Rob Saemann gives a speech during a...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-5.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Hermosa Beach Mayor Rob Saemann gives a speech during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"10\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-9\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Veterans, family members and local residents stand up during a...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-2.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Veterans, family members and local residents stand up during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"11\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-10\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Councilman Raymond Jackson presents a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-HERMOSA-1112-4.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Councilman Raymond Jackson presents a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show Caption<\/p>\n<p>1 of 11<\/p>\n<p>Hermosa Beach Councilman Raymond Jackson, right, shakes hands with a 95-year-old military veteran during a Veteran\u2019s Day ceremony in Hermosa Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. (Photo by Raphael Richardson, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#\" class=\"icon-enlarge mng-gallery-fullscreen-expand\" aria-label=\"Expand fullscreen slideshow\">Expand<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u201cThank you for proving that America\u2019s greatest strength,\u201d Jackson said, \u201chas always been and will always be her people united in service and bound by love of country.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Veterans Day, Rodriguez said, is \u201cnot about war; it\u2019s about people.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cService and sacrifice doesn\u2019t just come on the battlefield; it comes stateside, it comes overseas, abroad.\u201d Rodriguez said. \u201cVeterans all write that blank check. That blank check that means, no matter when, no matter where you\u2019re called, that you\u2019re going to step up and you\u2019re going to fulfill that request, that duty, that responsibility.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Palos Verdes Symphonic Band performed at the ceremony, which also included the presentation of colors by the Redondo Union High School MCJROTC.<\/p>\n<p>The event concluded with the \u201cVeterans Are Timeless\u201d campaign exhibit at the Hermosa Beach Museum, which spotlights local veterans with photos and stories.<\/p>\n<p>To submit a veteran with Hermosa Beach ties for recognition, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/hermosabeach.gov\/veterans\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hermosabeach.gov\/veterans<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The \u201cVeterans Are Timeless\u201d exhibit will conclude at the end of November.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"mng-gallery-initialized mng-gallery-slider\">\n<li data-index=\"1\" class=\"mng-ge mng-gallery-active\" id=\"mng-ge-0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The second annual Veterans Day breakfast took place at the...\" class=\"size-article_inline\"  \/>\n<p>The second annual Veterans Day breakfast took place at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"2\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Josephine Joy performed at the second annual Veterans Day breakfast...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-RPV-1112-7.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Josephine Joy performed at the second annual Veterans Day breakfast at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"3\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The second annual Veterans Day breakfast took place at the...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-RPV-1112-8.jpg\" \/>\n<p>The second annual Veterans Day breakfast took place at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"4\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Tyler Murphy, with Troop 783 of Rolling Hills Estates, spoke...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-RPV-1112-6.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Tyler Murphy, with Troop 783 of Rolling Hills Estates, spoke at the second annual Veterans Day breakfast at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"5\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Joseph Diggs, United States Army veteran, was one of those...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-RPV-1112-3.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Joseph Diggs, United States Army veteran, was one of those honored at the second annual Veterans Day breakfast at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"6\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-5\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The second annual Veterans Day breakfast took place at the...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-RPV-1112-11.jpg\" \/>\n<p>The second annual Veterans Day breakfast took place at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"7\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rancho Palos Verdes Mayor David Bradley spoke at the second...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-RPV-1112-5.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Rancho Palos Verdes Mayor David Bradley spoke at the second annual Veterans Day breakfast at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"8\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Carl Gutierrez, United States Army veteran, was one of those...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-RPV-1112-2.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Carl Gutierrez, United States Army veteran, was one of those honored at the second annual Veterans Day breakfast at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"9\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rancho Palos Verdes Councilmember Paul Seo, a United States Army...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-VETDAY-RPV-1112-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Rancho Palos Verdes Councilmember Paul Seo, a United States Army veteran, spoke at the second annual Veterans Day breakfast at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"10\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-9\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"A Veteran\u2019s Day breakfast will be hosted by the city...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-RPV-VETERANS-1019-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>A Veteran\u2019s Day breakfast will be hosted by the city of Rancho Palos Verdes on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the Ken Dyda Civic Center. (photo courtesy city of Rancho Palos Verdes)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"11\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-10\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"A Veteran\u2019s Day breakfast will be hosted by the city...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/TDB-L-RPV-VETERANS-1019-2.jpg\" \/>\n<p>A Veteran\u2019s Day breakfast will be hosted by the city of Rancho Palos Verdes on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the Ken Dyda Civic Center. (photo courtesy city of Rancho Palos Verdes)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show Caption<\/p>\n<p>1 of 11<\/p>\n<p>The second annual Veterans Day breakfast took place at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes on Nov. 11, 2025. (photo by Michael Hixon\/SCNG)\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#\" class=\"icon-enlarge mng-gallery-fullscreen-expand\" aria-label=\"Expand fullscreen slideshow\">Expand<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Veterans were honored with a free breakfast\u00a0 at the Ken Dyda Civic Center in Rancho Palos Verdes.<\/p>\n<p>Veterans also enjoyed music from the Palos Verdes Symphonic Band, and remarks from Boy Scout Troop 783, Dan Smee from the Wounded Warrior Project and city officials.<\/p>\n<p>Rancho Palos Verdes Councilmember Paul Seo, a United States Army veteran, said \u201cveterans embody the best of who we are.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThey come from every walk of life, yet in service, they are bound together by shared commitment to one another, to their mission and to our country,\u201d Seo said at the ceremony. \u201cThat unity forged in the most challenging of circumstances stands as a powerful example to all of us at a time when our nation often feels divided, we would do well to look to our veterans for guidance. They show us that unity is not the absence of difference, but the presence of purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul class=\"mng-gallery-initialized mng-gallery-slider\">\n<li data-index=\"1\" class=\"mng-ge mng-gallery-active\" id=\"mng-ge-0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Members of the Historic Unit of Southern California prepare to...\" class=\"size-article_inline\"  \/>\n<p>Members of the Historic Unit of Southern California prepare to recreate the Iwo Jima Flag Raising during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"2\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Civil War reenactors pose for a photo during the annual...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH11.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Civil War reenactors pose for a photo during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"3\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Retired U.S. Army Sergeant and the author of Canyon of...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH09.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Retired U.S. Army Sergeant and the author of Canyon of Hope, Eric Donoho delivers his keynote address during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"4\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Santa Susana High School\u2019s Abbe Road A Capella performs during...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH08.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Santa Susana High School\u2019s Abbe Road A Capella performs during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"5\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Vietnam veteran Jim Foote awaits a flyover by the Condor...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH07-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Vietnam veteran Jim Foote awaits a flyover by the Condor Squadron during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"6\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-5\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Civil War reenactor Doug Carroll talks to visitors during the...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH06-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Civil War reenactor Doug Carroll talks to visitors during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"7\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Khloie Ramirez and Rachel Fox write letters of appreciation for...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH05.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Khloie Ramirez and Rachel Fox write letters of appreciation for our troops during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"8\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Members of the Historic Unit of Southern California pause for...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH04-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Members of the Historic Unit of Southern California pause for a moment of reflection during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"9\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Members of the Historic Unit of Southern California recreate the...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH03-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Members of the Historic Unit of Southern California recreate the Iwo Jima Flag Raising as a Dwight Eisenhower impersonator stands by during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"10\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-9\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Visitors look to the sky as the Condor Squadron performs...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH02-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>Visitors look to the sky as the Condor Squadron performs a ceremonial flyover during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-index=\"11\" class=\"mng-ge\" id=\"mng-ge-10\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Condor Squadron performs a ceremonial flyover during the annual...\" class=\"lazyload size-article_inline\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LDN-L-VETDAY-REAGAN-1112-AH01-1.jpg\" \/>\n<p>The Condor Squadron performs a ceremonial flyover during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show Caption<\/p>\n<p>1 of 11<\/p>\n<p>Members of the Historic Unit of Southern California prepare to recreate the Iwo Jima Flag Raising during the annual Veterans Day Event at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer)\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#\" class=\"icon-enlarge mng-gallery-fullscreen-expand\" aria-label=\"Expand fullscreen slideshow\">Expand<\/a><\/p>\n<p>In Simi Valley, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library hosted its annual event, a day of activities that included a civil war encampment, a military vehicle display, and a program honoring all branches of military.<\/p>\n<p>Two musical ensembles entertained the crowd, including the Note 4 Notes Chamber Ensemble and Project: Peace by Piece, a non-profit organization that uses music to inspire youth and community members. Ken Hanuker, Ronald Reagan Marine Corps League Detachment #597 Honor Guard member, said, \u201cWe are always honored to present our colors and\u00a0 represent our country.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Melissa Giller, chief marketing officer for the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute said, \u201cPresident Reagan had a profound respect for our military and a deep appreciation for the sacrifices of our veterans. Our annual Veterans Day Commemoration at the Reagan Library is one way we can honor their service.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The event included a reenactment of raising the flag on Iwo Jima in 1945, an honor guard ceremony, and a keynote address by retired Army Sergeant Eric Donoho. Giller said that after the public events, the foundation hosted a program \u201cspecifically for veterans and their families, to help ensure they have the support and community they deserve after returning to civilian life. The Reagan Foundation is honored to continue President Reagan\u2019s legacy by supporting veterans and their families, ensuring their service is never forgotten.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Forest Lawn\u2019s 66th annual Veterans Day Celebration at Forest Lawn-Hollywood Hills included a flyover by the Condon Squadron, patriotic music, an invocation and benediction, a color guard, a wreath laying and family friendly activities.<\/p>\n<p>Capt. LaStacia Neat, aide to the commanding general of the California State Guard\u00a0 delivered the keynote speech. L.A. Councilman John Lee also spoke.<\/p>\n<p>Staff writers Jill Stewart, Ryan Carter, Michael Hixon, Holly Andres, Chris Haire and City News Service contributed to this report<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Cousins Bianca Paniagua, 7, Cole Cortez, 6, and Hayes Silva, 5, play during the San Fernando Valley Veterans&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":372919,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5123],"tags":[1582,276,2961,224,6080,5337,50,52,148904],"class_list":{"0":"post-372918","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-los-angeles","8":"tag-ca","9":"tag-california","10":"tag-la","11":"tag-los-angeles","12":"tag-los-angeles-county","13":"tag-losangeles","14":"tag-news","15":"tag-top-stories","16":"tag-veterans-day"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/115534390418513646","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/372918","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=372918"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/372918\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/372919"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=372918"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=372918"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=372918"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}