[Press Release]
The Niagara Falls Veterans Memorial Monument Commission will celebrate the United States Air Force’s birthday at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, September 18, 2015 by striking colors and re-raising them with the USAF flag, which will fly for one week in honor of our flying force.
The ceremony will take place at the monuments on Pine Avenue (US-62) at Hyde Park Boulevard (NY61) and Robbins Drive in Niagara Falls’ Hyde Park. A USAF Honor Guard will perform the ceremonies.
A USAF birthday cake and coffee will constitute refreshments for the brief event.
The Commission will celebrate all Military Branches birthdays in similar fashion with Friday, October 13th being the Navy’s birthday.
The USAF have played a tremendous role in both the history and the economy of Niagara Falls and all of western New York, as well as playing a key role in the defense of our country and freedom around the world. With the Niagara Falls Air Base being a key employer in the area, the very presence of the USAF and its Guard Units have increased the quality of life for many who have not only enjoyed the thrilling airshows, but also being good residential neighbors in so many of our communities.
The Niagara Falls Veterans Memorial Monument Commission wishes each and every member of our United States Air Force a wholeheartedly HAPPY BIRTHDAY.
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