Jacksonville National Cemetery request for volunteers to place flags on gravesites

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville National Cemetery staff are currently seeking school, military, veterans, church, corporate, civic-outreach and other groups of volunteers to assist with placing flags at gravesites in preparation for the traditional Memorial Day Observance.

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This event will be held Thur., May 25 at 3 p.m. Volunteers should arrive no later than 2:30 p.m. at the cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, Fl., 32218 (Assemble at the Committal Shelter # 3). There are approximately 18,000 to 20,000 U.S. flags to place. Community service verification validation forms will be signed after the event.

For additional information, call 904-766-5222.

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