A 1914 Memorial Day newspaper clipping celebrating the veterans of two great wars: the Civil War in 1861 and the Spanish American War in 1898. To all our veterans, THANK YOU, for your service!
Memorial Day is a special day for all Americans to remember and pay tribute to the men and women in our armed forces who gave their lives in service to our country. Since Monrovia was founded as a city 137 years ago, many Monrovians responded to the call of duty, and many paid the ultimate sacrifice. And so Memorial Day is a fitting tribute to them and to those who returned home to help pick up the pieces and work together as a community, to make this country, this town, this city, a better place to live -- the beautiful and picturesque Gem of the Foothills community we all enjoy and love!
On Memorial Day, many activities, parades, and events are held around the country to celebrate, honor and thank our veterans and heroes. In Monrovia, there will be the annual Memorial Day Ceremony, held at 10:00 am at the Live Oak Cemetery. At the Monrovia Library Park, you will find markers dedicated to the memory of those Monrovians who sacrificed their lives in the First and Second World Wars, as well as the Korean and Vietnam Wars. The images of old newspaper clippings* shown here are just a few examples of how we, as a community, have honored and celebrated our own heroes through the years.
At the Monrovia Historical Museum, our mission, among other things, is to be a place for people of all ages to experience history both as a spectator and a participant. We have been helping Monrovians remember the past for more than 31 years now and we are here to share our city's history. At the museum, you will learn about some of these people who served our nation in two world wars and beyond. Come visit us to see our displays and the stories of Monrovians who sacrificed their lives for us. Visit our general information page for hours and location. We look forward to seeing you!
Memorial Day is a special day for all Americans to remember and pay tribute to the men and women in our armed forces who gave their lives in service to our country. Since Monrovia was founded as a city 137 years ago, many Monrovians responded to the call of duty, and many paid the ultimate sacrifice. And so Memorial Day is a fitting tribute to them and to those who returned home to help pick up the pieces and work together as a community, to make this country, this town, this city, a better place to live -- the beautiful and picturesque Gem of the Foothills community we all enjoy and love!
On Memorial Day, many activities, parades, and events are held around the country to celebrate, honor and thank our veterans and heroes. In Monrovia, there will be the annual Memorial Day Ceremony, held at 10:00 am at the Live Oak Cemetery. At the Monrovia Library Park, you will find markers dedicated to the memory of those Monrovians who sacrificed their lives in the First and Second World Wars, as well as the Korean and Vietnam Wars. The images of old newspaper clippings* shown here are just a few examples of how we, as a community, have honored and celebrated our own heroes through the years.
At the Monrovia Historical Museum, our mission, among other things, is to be a place for people of all ages to experience history both as a spectator and a participant. We have been helping Monrovians remember the past for more than 31 years now and we are here to share our city's history. At the museum, you will learn about some of these people who served our nation in two world wars and beyond. Come visit us to see our displays and the stories of Monrovians who sacrificed their lives for us. Visit our general information page for hours and location. We look forward to seeing you!
 1998 Memorial Day news clipping to announce the program honoring our Vietnam War veterans. |  2010 Memorial Day, honoring a beloved Monrovian, Don Mariconda. |
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