The City of Carrollton will hold a wreath-laying ceremony on Monday, May 29 at 10 a.m. to honor fallen U.S. military personnel who have given their lives in service to the nation.

All are welcome to join Carrollton Mayor Steve Babick and City Councilmembers as they gather at Veterans Memorial Plaza located just west of Josey Ranch Lake Library (1700 Keller Springs Road) and adjacent to Carrollton’s Green Trail. 

Commander Eddie Lopez from American Legion Post 597 in Carrollton will provide remarks as well.

The wreath will be placed at the kneeling soldier monument followed by a prayer and a moment of silence.

The site of the ceremony, Veterans Memorial Plaza, honors veterans across all branches of the military who have served around the world. The plaza features five illuminated panels showcasing each military branch. The memorial also includes a world map design with stars indicating where different conflicts took place and an American flag over Washington, D.C. Part of the plaza is raised, allowing visitors to view the world map design from an elevated surface. 

For more information on local veterans and to read stories from some of Carrollton’s past and present U.S. service members, visit cityofcarrollton.com/veterans.