Wreath-laying honors U.S. veterans at more than 400 locations

In solemn ceremonies that took place at more than 400 locations worldwide on Saturday, Dec. 12, 20-inch live balsam wreaths with red ribbon were placed on U.S. military graves. The numbers aren’t in yet, but it’s estimated that more than 100,000 wreaths were placed.

Wreaths were placed on memorials and cemeteries in all 50 states, from Maine to Alaska to Hawaii, at several locations is Iraq, and at 24 national cemeteries on foreign soil.

Wreaths Across America is a nonprofit organization with headquarters in Harrington, ME. The wreath project was formed as an extension of the Arlington Wreath Project. The project’s stated purpose is to “remember the fallen, honor those who serve and to teach our children the value of freedom.”

Congress has officially proclaimed the second Saturday in December as Wreaths Across America Day.
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