Memorial Day 2012

The Rev. Robert Dixon, Chaplain of Johnson Jeter Post 219, American Legion

Veterans and residents gathered Monday morning to observe Memorial Day.

Wreaths were placed at the memorial on the grounds of City Hall. (See close-up views of the memorial here.)

Rev. Dixon approaches to say a prayer.

Mayor Sharon Robinson-Briggs gives remarks.

Residents pay their respects.

Officials and residents moved to the War Memorial at Crescent Avenue and East Seventh Street for placement of wreaths there.

The vision of the day when people shall "learn war no more" has yet to come. On July 7, Plainfield plans to welcome home veterans of the Iraqi and Afghanistan wars with the annual parade for Independence Day.

--Bernice