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Woodstock Memorial Day ceremony is May 29

The Woodstock Memorial consists of 10 tons of polished granite in memory of Woodstock soldiers who died in battle to keep the United States of America free. (Courtesy of Woodstock)

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The Woodstock Memorial consists of 10 tons of polished granite in memory of Woodstock soldiers who died in battle to keep the United States of America free. (Courtesy of Woodstock)
By Carolyn Cunningham – For the AJC
May 27, 2023

Woodstock city officials will host a Memorial Day ceremony at 10 a.m. May 29 at The Park at City Center, 8534 Main St., Woodstock.

City officials will be assisted by local veterans’ groups to honor the men and women who fought and died to keep the USA free.

The Woodstock Memorial is comprised of 10 tons of polished granite that is dedicated to Woodstock soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice of their lives.

Information: woodstockga.gov, facebook.com/WoodstockGaGovt

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