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Gallery: Veterans Day Ceremonies

Raleigh Cooper places his flag during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Cooper was with the Knights of Columbus and served in the United States Air Force. — Raleigh Cooper places his flag during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Cooper was with the Knights of Columbus and served in the United States Air Force. Raleigh Cooper places his flag during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Cooper was with the Knights of Columbus and served in the United States Air Force.

By Erin O. Smith November 12, 2018 1 min read

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Veterans Day Ceremonies

Marsha Thibadoux, the treasurer of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 203, gives a rose to Elerion Richmond during the recognition of Golden Stars Mothers and Wives portion of the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Richmond's husband, Linnell, was a Vietnam veteran who served in the Marines.

Jim Dvorak stands along the center aisle with other Patriot Guard Riders during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. A variety of military groups participated in the event honoring veterans.

Tom Sloan salutes the American flag after posting the colors during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Sloan was with the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 203

The Choo Choo Chorus sings the National Anthem during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Thomas Holly with the Patriot Guard Riders stands at attention during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. A variety of military groups participated in the event.

Linda Mines recognizes the Gold Star Mothers and Wives during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Flowers were presented to the Gold Star Mothers and Wives by the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 203.

Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke speaks during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The event was sponsored by the Reserve Officers Association.

Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger speaks during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The event was sponsored by the Reserve Officers Association.

Dwight Ash holds a flag during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Ash is a Fourth Degree with the Knights of Columbus.

Judi Davenport, the president-elect of the Reserve Officer Association, speaks during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Davenport was the keynote speaker for the event.

Raleigh Cooper places his flag during the Veterans Day Program Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Cooper was with the Knights of Columbus and served in the United States Air Force.

Area veterans of the armed forces recognized Sunday with Veterans Day ceremonies, speeches, music.