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Rotary International’s District 5340 Operation Flags for Vets at Miramar National Cemetery

May 27, 2025

Operation Flags for Vets returned to Miramar National Cemetery this Memorial Day, bringing together over 300 volunteers who placed 20,000 American flags at the gravesites of veterans. Led by Mike Fuqua and Rotary International District 5340's Military Coordinating Committee, this community service effort transformed the cemetery into a visual tribute honoring those who sacrificed for the country. The event demonstrated the power of community unity in showing respect for fallen service members, with flags adorning every row and columbarium wall.

Who is affected

  • Veterans laid to rest at Miramar National Cemetery
  • Families and loved ones of the deceased veterans
  • The 300+ volunteers from San Diego and Imperial counties
  • The broader community witnessing the memorial display

What action is being taken

  • Operation Flags for Vets is placing 20,000 American flags at Miramar National Cemetery
  • Over 300 volunteers are participating in the flag placement effort
  • Rotary International District 5340's Military Coordinating Committee is leading the initiative
  • The community is coming together in a united show of respect and remembrance

Why it matters

  • It honors the sacrifice of veterans who gave their lives for the country
  • It creates a visual representation of sacrifice and unity at the cemetery
  • It provides a way for the community to express gratitude and remembrance
  • It demonstrates what communities can accomplish when united by respect and purpose

What's next

  • No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint