Madeiran Veterans to Commemorate 101st Meeting at Rochão
Madeira GuideVeterans from Madeira will gather for their 101st meeting at Rochão on September 6, honoring fallen comrades and advocating for veteran benefits.
The Monthly Group of Madeiran Veterans who served overseas, known as AMMMSU, will hold their 101st meeting on September 6 at the Parish Church of Rochão in Santa Cruz. This event is significant for both the veterans and the local community.
The program will commence at 11 AM with a mass, followed by a tribute at 11:45 AM to honor the Madeiran military personnel who lost their lives during the Colonial War and those who passed away after returning home. The ceremony will include a blessing and the presentation of a memorial wreath.
This meeting not only serves as a moment of remembrance but also as an opportunity for ex-combatants to call for greater recognition and the benefits due to them. The veterans are expected to highlight the importance of their service and the support needed from the community and authorities.
The event is open to the public, offering a chance for residents and visitors to pay their respects and learn more about the contributions of these veterans to the history of Madeira. It underscores the ongoing recognition and appreciation of the sacrifices made by military personnel.
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Madeira Guide
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