Moreno Valley to Host 10th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony Featuring WWII Veteran Colonel Earl T Williams as Keynote Speaker

The City of Moreno Valley will host its 10th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Saturday, November 11th at 9:30 a.m. The Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at the Moreno Valley Veterans Memorial located at 14177 Frederick Street. This event will honor those who have selflessly served the nation in all branches of the United States military. Colonel Earl T. Williams of the United States Air Force (Ret.) will serve as this year’s keynote speaker. Colonel Williams, a 98 year old World War II veteran, will share a compelling story from his time in service to our nation. This is an increasingly rare experience to hear first-hand comments from a World War II vet. Colonel Williams survived the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 as a 22-year-old assistant crew chief in the Army Air Corps. He served the country for 29 years and did not seek recognition for the injuries he sustained by enemy fire that day at Hickam Field. In addition to Williams’ moving presentation, attendees can look forward to a memorable program including: Recognition of the 2017 Heroes for Heroes award winner. The Heroes for Heroes program honors the significant efforts of individuals or organizations that benefit veterans, reserve and active duty military personnel. The Moreno Valley Master Chorale will perform several patriotic songs and melodies. The Chorale, founded in 1986, actively serves our community through several annual performances including participation in many City of Moreno Valley and regional events. The Presentation of Colors will be performed by members of the award-winning Rancho Verde High School AFJROTC Color Guard. As a member of the Blue Eagles Total Force Honor Guard, Senior Airman Renee McKinney will sing “The Star-Spangled Banner.” The Blue Eagles Honor Guard is a combined group of Active duty, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve ceremonial guards. The team, based at March Air Reserve Base, also performs military funeral honors and ceremonial functions. The Moreno Valley Unified School District Elementary School Choir will perform celebratory and patriotic songs. The choir is part of a thriving performing arts group which continues to grow through MVUSD’s focus on the arts. Artwork created by local elementary students will be on display as expressions of their gratitude for the service and sacrifice of veterans. For more information about the City’s Veterans Day Ceremony, please call 951.413.3008.