Colorado Remembers – From Hallowed Ground to Home’s Embrace

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One Hundred years ago Colorado’s first fallen of WWI were laid to rest in American Military Cemeteries in France. Three decades later they were joined by the next generation of Colorado heroes who gave their lives in WWII, buried in 22 other American cemeteries around the world. All told over 2200 of our states sons and daughters lie in eight foreign countries and on May 27th soil from select gravesites of our heroes will be solemnly interred at the Colorado Freedom Memorial, symbolizing their return to the home they left so many years ago.
Representatives of all eight of the countries where Colorado’s fallen lie will be present for this special ceremony. Participants will also include the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and Drill Team; The Sound of the Rockies Men’s Chorus; The Governor’s Own 101st Army Band; members of the famed 10th Mountain Division; Colorado National Guard and other military representatives, military re-enactors and special guests. Please bring chairs, blankets and arrive early to secure space for this once in a lifetime event
Following the ceremony at the Colorado Freedom Memorial attention will turn to the Stage and a free concert by the world famous Denver Brass, joined by Colorado Celtic Pipes and Drums. This patriotic salute to Colorado’s military combine’s music and stories to pay tribute to the price paid for our freedom. A free-will offering will be accepted during the concert for the Colorado Freedom Memorial’s maintenance and upkeep. You’ll also be able to purchase a rose to place at the Memorial, and enjoy Hamburgers and Hot Dogs for a donation, while they last.
Plenty of parking will be available with attendants providing assistance.