Fort Knox, Ky. – Fort Knox will provide its usual two ways to honor fallen veterans during Memorial Day Monday, May 29, and a third way on May 24.
Members of Fort Knox and the surrounding communities will salute all service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the nation during a somber service at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery-Central in Radcliff, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
U.S. Army Reserve Aviation Command Commander Brig. Gen. Roger Deon will be the ceremony’s keynote speaker. During the event, he will participate in a ceremonial wreath laying – a tradition honoring all U.S. service members who lost their lives in defense of the United States.
The event will also feature a 21-gun salute, Prisoners of War/Missing in Action remembrance ceremony, flag folding and the playing of taps. Event parking is limited and available on a first come, first served basis, so attendees are encouraged to arrive early.
On the same day, the installation’s 121 cemeteries will be open to the public for family and friends of those buried here to visit and pay respects from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Those needing to locate checkpoints may visit the Fort Knox Visitor Center at the Chaffee (main) Gate to obtain an event-specific map or speak with the Cultural Resources team for further assistance. Fort Knox Range Operations staff will be posted at checkpoints located around the installation perimeter to help those seeking directions to specific gravesites.
All visitors ages 18 and older will need to provide a valid driver’s license and cell phone number when entering any checkpoint. For more information on installation access and pass requirements, visit the Fort Knox website.
Also in honor of Memorial Day, the Religious Support Office will host a Memorial Day Prayer Service at Cavalry Chapel from noon to 1 p.m. May 24 to remember and reflect in prayer on the sacrifices of all who have died in military service to the nation.
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