Armed Forces Day Celebration in Greeley, Colorado

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Weld County Armed Forces Day

Today Weld County, CO. held its annual Armed Forces Day celebration. The ceremony was held in Greeley’s Bittersweet Park. Congressman Cory Gardner was the featured speaker. He presented Congressional Gold medals to two Japanese American citizens. Balmy weather could not keep away Greeley’s patriotic citizens.  The rain stopped just as the event started.  Color guard was provided by the Greeley Police department.
Congressional gold medals were presented by Cory Gardner.  The two receiving the medals were Frank Shiba, and Takeshi Murata.  Takeshi Murata is the one using a cane in the photos. The medals were for their service during World War II.  The band was from a local middle school.  They played tunes representing all services.

Please watch the video for the details behind the medals.

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