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Rockmart veterans hold Sunday service
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The American Legion Brown-Wright Post 12, Rockmart, held its annual Veterans Day ceremony at 2 p.m. Sunday at the memorial in downtown Rockmart. Post member Ernie Rutledge opened the event and introduced each segment. Post 12 Auxiliary President Shelia Brinkley laid the wreath for Departed Heroes. Rockmart Mayor Curtis Lewis was the guest speaker. Patriotic songs were sung by Legion member David Johnson. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Post 12 Commander James Trammell. The benediction was given by Rev. Al Cunningham, past of the First Methodist Church of Rockmart. Members of the Post 12 Legion Riders presented the flags. The Legion's color guard fired off a rifle salute, and "Taps" was performed.
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