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Salisbury marks Veterans Day with ceremony at Town Hall

Salisbury marks Veterans Day with ceremony at Town Hall

David Bayersdorfer, a veteran, addressed the crowd of about 50 people at Salisbury’s Veterans Day ceremony.

Patrick L. Sullivan

SALISBURY — Veterans Day was observed at the War Memorial by Town Hall in Salisbury on Monday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m.

Sara Woloszyn read the invocation and her father, Salisbury Selectman Chris Williams (who served in the Marine Corps) read the benediction.

In between, another Marine veteran, David Bayersdorfer, gave a speech mentioning the veterans of World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and more recent conflicts.

“And to all those who have served, in whatever capacity: Your commitment to our nation didn’t end when you hung up your uniform. You continue to serve as leaders in our communities, as volunteers, and as mentors to our youth. You represent the very best of what it means to be an American.

“But as we express our gratitude, we must also recognize that many of our veterans face significant challenges. Post-traumatic stress, physical disabilities, unemployment and homelessness affect far too many who have served.

“On this Veterans Day, let’s renew our commitment to supporting our veterans in deed as well as in word.”

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Salisbury Selectman and veteran Chris Williams. Patrick L. Sullivan

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