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Franklin County Pauses To Recognize Veterans’ Sacrifice On Memorial Day

Veterans Affairs

May 20, 2026

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Earlier this month, the Franklin County Commissioners issued a proclamation formally recognizing May 25, 2026, as Memorial Day in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are encouraging residents to reflect upon the sacrifices Franklin County servicemen and women have made to preserve peace, promote freedom and support the defense of the U.S. with little regard for their own personal safety or preservation.

“Tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians – including our own Franklin Countians – have been called to duty in service of our great nation, but not all of them made it home,” said Franklin County Commissioner Chairman Dean Horst. “Memorial Day is a time to honor their sacrifice as well as the sacrifices their families and loved ones have made, all in the name of protecting our way of life as Americans.”

By recognizing Memorial Day, the commissioners urge residents to join all Americans in honoring the servicemen and women who gave their lives and to reflect on their service and sacrifice to the United States.

To honor that service and sacrifice ahead of Memorial Day, Franklin County Veterans Affairs staff and local volunteers are distributing 14,268 American flags to be placed on war-time veterans’ graves across the county. The flags will remain in place through the Independence Day holiday.

Franklin County’s Office of Veterans Affairs is available to serve the needs of area veterans and their families through benefit coordination, outreach and advocacy. Call 717-263-4326 or visit www.franklincountypa.gov/departments/veterans-affairs to learn more.