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Lewis Squadron to Participate in Wreaths Across America
Local Civil Air Patrol Squadron Helps Honor those resting at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in December.
Romeoville, IL. (23 Nov 2024) –
On Saturday, 14 December 2024, Lewis Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol, US Air Force Auxiliary, out of Lewis University in Romeoville, IL will be participating in Wreaths Across America. Squadron members, both cadets and adult members, will be helping Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes.
Each year, Wreaths Across America’s goals are to: Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach the next generation the value of freedom. Our volunteers are the beating heart of the program and work year-round to share this important mission and inspire others to join.
For more information, please go to: https://wreathsacrossamerica.o...
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About Civil Air Patrol
Founded in 1941 and established as the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force seven years later, Civil Air Patrol is chartered by Congress as a nonprofit organization for the purposes of youth development, aerospace education, and to promote general aviation. In an auxiliary role as a Total Force partner of the Air Force, CAP operates the world’s largest fleet of single-engine aircraft for search and rescue, disaster relief, training, and education. Civil Air Patrol is dedicated to serving America’s communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.
