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Governor Steve Beshear's Communications Office
Governor Orders Flags to Half-Staff on May 30
FRANKFORT, Ky.–Gov. Steve Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be displayed at half-staff until noon on Monday, May 30, 2011 in observance of Memorial Day.
Memorial Day, which is observed on the last Monday of May, commemorates the men and women who died while in the military service. In observance of the holiday, many people visit cemeteries and memorials, and volunteers often place American flags on each grave site at national cemeteries.
“Memorial Day is a time for Kentuckians and all Americans to honor those military men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice”, said Gov. Beshear. “On Monday, I urge you all to take a moment and give thanks to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for our freedoms and also recognize those who are still serving our country both abroad and at home.”
Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses, organizations and government agencies to join in this tribute.
Flag status information is available at www.governor.ky.gov.
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