TO THE EDITOR:
On Thursday, the University will host a Veteran's Day ceremony, sponsored by the Residence Hall Association, to honor past and present service members of the United States.
The event will begin at 2:30 p.m. and will be conducted at Polk Place on the UNC campus. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be at the Student Union.
The ceremony will include cadets and midshipmen of the Army, Navy and Air Force ROTC programs at the University.
Local soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines who served in conflict dating back to World War II will be honored. The guest speaker is Col. Sam Holliday (U.S. Army, retired) who served as an infantry officer in combat in both Korea and Vietnam.
The public is invited to attend this ceremony, which is free of charge. Limited visitor parking will be available at Swain Lot on Cameron Avenue. Disabled veterans and others requiring assistance should contact Master Sgt. Haley, of the Army ROTC program, at 962-5546.
There will a reception sponsored by the Carolina Troop Supporters.
Please come out to honor past soldiers, airmen and seamen who fought for our great country and present soldiers, airmen and seamen who are currently engaged in combat to uphold the values and beliefs that this country holds dear: honor, integrity, courage, liberty and freedom.
Vivian M. Redd