Intrepid holds annual Memorial Day ceremony

NEW YORK (PIX11) — On Monday, the Intrepid held its annual Memorial Day commemoration ceremony.

They honored men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States armed forces and discussed how New York City was particularly impacted.

“I think it’s a time to instill hope. And when you see all the Sailors and Marines and Coast Guardsmen around today, to think about that we are still the greatest country in the world. We did that because of the ultimate sacrifice those that went before us gave,” said Admiral Daryl Caudle, commander of U.S. Fleet Forces.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams highlighted the importance of patriotism and pride for the United States.

“When I go to our borders, no one is lining up to leave America. People are lining up to come to America. Because America represents the greatest thing that you could have in a country,” Adams said.

Four ceremonial wreaths were placed in the Hudson River to honor those we have lost.

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