Photos: Veterans Day in Sandy Springs

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Photos: Veterans Day in Sandy Springs

A Nov. 10, 2023, Veterans Day event in Sandy Springs honored those who served.

Retired United States Navy Capt. Jonathan Reeder bows his head in prayer at Byers Theater in Sandy Springs for the city's 14th Annual Veterans Day Tribute on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

Shep Hammock sings the national anthem during the dedication of Sandy Springs Veterans Park. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

Veterans and members of the community cheer after cutting the ribbon during the dedication of Sandy Springs Veterans Park. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

Members of the community gather at Byers Theater in Sandy Springs for the city’s 14th annual Veterans Day Tribute. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

Retired United States Army Lt. Col. Thomas Ariail salutes during the singing of "The Star-Spangled Banner." (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

A volunteer passes out flags to members of the community at Byers Theater. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul sings the national anthem during the dedication of Sandy Springs Veterans Park. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

The Sandy Springs Fire Department Honor Guard prepares to raise the flag during the dedication of Sandy Springs Veterans Park. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

A large crowd turned out to honor veterans. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

Navy veteran Willis Lanier sings the national anthem during the dedication of Sandy Springs Veterans Park. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

Vietnam veteran Dave Palmer enjoys the festivities at Byers Theater. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

Retired Marine Corps veterans sing at Byers Theater in Sandy Springs during the city’s 14th annual tribute ceremony. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

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Retired United States Navy Capt. Jonathan Reeder bows his head in prayer at Byers Theater in Sandy Springs for the city's 14th Annual Veterans Day Tribute on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. (Natrice Miller/ Natrice.miller@ajc.com)

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