The Clara White Mission will honor Black Veterans with a Flag and Wreath Memorial Service at Pinehurst Cemetery in Jacksonville, Florida. This Veterans Day occasion will mark the first time the burial ground has honored Black veterans.
The service will take place on Nov. 11, honoring those who served in the U.S. military. The Mission’s event specifically recognizes the Black soldiers who served in both World Wars and laid to rest at the cemetery. In a news release, they emphasized the courage of these veterans to serve during an era of racial inequality. They fought for their country as they continued to face discrimination within it, as their plight is a testimony to the strength of these soldiers.
“Many of these veterans served at a time when they faced segregation and discrimination, yet their courage and sacrifice were instrumental in the fight for freedom,” officials said in a release obtained by News4 . “Their stories embody resilience and dedication, and the Clara White Mission is proud to highlight their contributions as part of Jacksonville’s rich African American history.”