An intimate Memorial Day ceremony at Loudon Park National Cemetery honored the service and sacrifice of veterans buried there, with a special focus on Black and Brown service members whose stories are often overlooked.
His great-great-grandfather fought for freedom, this Memorial Day he honored his legacy
His great-great-grandfather fought for freedom, this Memorial Day he honored his legacy
The Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture, in conjunction with the Baltimore National Cemetery Complex, hosted the ceremony Monday morning at the cemetery on Frederick Avenue.
Loudon Park National Cemetery is one of the original national cemeteries established during the Civil War. The 5.24-acre site is the final resting place for more than 7,000 veterans and eligible dependents, including five Medal of Honor recipients…