RRC Rembers Those Who Serve
Each of three major service projects could be the crown jewel of most clubs, but RRC keeps expanding our show of love and support for those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. That includes veterans and all first responders.
Our "Roswell Will Never Forget" 9-11 ceremony was completely revamped and expanded this year. RRC sponsors and presents this solemn remembrance of the attacks on America in 2001. The committee of over a 20 Rotarians and 100+ volunteers bring this program to the community of Roswell. Report Attached.
This joint venture of RRC and the City of Roswell was held around the reflecting pond at the Roswell Area Park. Represented were all of the Roswell first responders. Patriotic displays of our flag, a color guard and drum corps helped to punctuate this serious time of reflection.
Hundreds of citizens attended and there was much press coverage of the event recognizing the efforts of Roswell Rotary and the City.
For Memorial Day, we fill the grounds of City Hall to put on a day of music and tributes to our military services. A committee of 30 with over 100+ volunteers setup the stage and put together a stirring tribute with music and speeches to help Roswell honor our veterans.
RRC sponsors two Adopt-A-Platoon events throughout the year to assemble and ship care packages to a platoon of troops we adopt. Hundreds of boxes with donated provisions get packed on a fun Saturday with 30+ Rotarians and volunteers.
Flag on Display
An amazing picture where two fire trucks with ladders displayed the flag and the reflection amplified the display on the water of the lake.
Honor Guard
The ceremony was started with an honor guard and the presentation of the colors.
Community Viewing
The speakers were on an island of the lake, and the spectators surrounded the lake.
First Responders
All our first responders were represented.
Taps Closing
Our own Alan Christian did a perfect closing rendition of taps.
Community Promotion
For several weeks, signs all over town promoted the ceremony. Newspaper coverage was intense.
Color Guard
Our regular meeting becomes a somber ceremony as we dispense with regular club business and spend the entire hour honoring our military and fallen soldiers.
Chairman Dave Young
For years, Dave Young has led this program at both our meetings and the big Memorial Day presentation on the City green.
Christina Olds
Daughter of flying ace Robin Olds tells of his service through three wars.
Taps
Our own Alan Christian gives a stirring rendition of taps to close the meeting.
Color Guard
Again, we were led by the Piedmont Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution Color Guard.
Great turnout
This ceremony draws people from all over Atlanta is is one of the biggest in the city. All sponsored and presented by Roswell Rotary.
Adopt-A-Platoon Donations
For many weeks prior to the packing day, we collect donations from a suggested list at our meetings.
Adopt-A-Platoon Packing Party
Over 210 troops received care packages from our club with useful conveniences, snacks and other remembrances of home.
Group Shot
Just a few of the many volunteers involved in getting the boxes ready for shipping.
9-11 Ceremony Report
This is a more comprehensive report of the 9-11 event and the tremendous coordinated effort by RRC and the City.
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