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Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids to Raise Two-Story Flag in Support of Military
May 20, 2021
Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids to Raise Two-Story Flag in Support of Military
LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Veteran Homes, a branch of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, will raise their two-story flag in support of service members at the Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 20 at 3000 Monroe Avenue NE, Grand Rapids.
"This flag speaks to our Home's patriotism, support of our military service members and veterans and our allegiance to state and country," said Bruce Kalish, chaplain of the Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids.
The 30 by 50-foot flag, which can be seen from Riverside Park and Monroe Avenue NE, will hang between two trees on the grounds of the Home adjacent to the display of service flags.
The flag has been raised annually for more than 20+ years. The ceremony will include a posting of the colors and three-volley salute led by the Kent County Veteran's Honor Guard and an invocation and benediction led by Home Chaplain Bruce Kalish. Staff and members in attendance will sing the Star-Spangled Banner as the flag is raised.
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