Patriots' Day Honored in Medford

Medford honored Patriots' Day Monday with ceremonies at both Medford City Hall and the historic burial ground on Salem Street, where a number of Revolutionary-era patriots are buried.

Medford City Council President Bob Maiocco delivered remarks at the burial ground on the 59 Medford minutemen who "marched to a small settlement in nearby Lexington to participate in the opening battle of the Revolutionary War" 238 years ago.

Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian spoke about the great turnout at the event each year, as well as the presence of many children.

"Living in an area that has such a rich tradition, we should be embracing this opportunity to teach our children every time, shouldn't we?" Koutoujian said.

Medford Mayor Michael McGlynn read a proclamation from Gov. Deval Patrick, Medford High School senior Trent Sullivan read his award-winning essay on the U.S. Constitution and Dee Morris of the Friends of Salem Street Burying Ground discussed the significance and restoration of the Medford Square burying ground.

The Medford High School band played numerous songs throughout the day. Medford High sophomore Richama Joseph sang the National Anthem and "God Bless America." Milana Margetson, a sixth grade student at McGlynn Middle School, read "Concord Hymn" by Ralph Waldo Emerson. 

U.S. Navy Chief Randy Martin, a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, was the master of ceremonies for Monday.

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