Memorial Day Observation
Join the General Meade Society of Philadelphia and its co-sponsoring organizations at Laurel Hill Cemetery, the site of the first Memorial Day in Philadelphia in 1868.
Special veterans’ markers will be dedicated at the graves of previously unmarked veterans.
Two (2) previously unmarked veterans will be given new gravestones which will be dedicated at the Memorial Day Service:
- Captain Henry Charles Augustus Korn Jr. (1831 – 1920) Co. G, 88th Pennsylvania Volunteers
- 2nd Lt. Cadwallader Smith, (1843 – 1862) Co. H, 63rd New York Volunteers of the Irish Brigade. Killed in Action at the Battle of Antietam
Speakers, ceremonies, and pageant will highlight the ceremony with wreath-laying, speeches, music, and honor guards.
Historical groups, veterans, and citizens are urged to participate. Wreaths, military contingents, color guards, music and period civilians are encouraged to participate.
Refreshments will be served after the ceremony. information, call: 215-228-8200
https://laurelhillphl.com/event/memorial-day/
