A look at the attendees for the Veterans Day ceremony in East Longmeadow.
Reminder Publishing photos by Peter Tuohy
EAST LONGMEADOW — Community members gathered at the East Longmeadow Town Hall on Nov. 11 to honor the veterans of Legion Post 293 and all who have served. The kickoff parade started at Legion Post 293 and marched down Maple Street towards Town Hall. Next to where a half-mast flag flew over the memorials honoring all veterans from East Longmeadow who gave their lives in service, Commander of Post 293 Brian Tidlund led the ceremony through an array of speeches and performances. Town Manager Tom Christensen and Town Council President Connor O’Shea assisted Tidlund in the laying of the wreaths before the conclusion of the ceremony.
Commander of Post 293 Brian Tidlund leads the veterans of American Legion Post 293 in the march towards Town Hall. 
The East Longmeadow High School choir performs “The Star Spangled Banner” while waving the American flag. 
The Pledge of Allegiance is recited by East Longmeadow Boy Scouts troop 179 and Cub Scouts pack 272. 
An opening prayer is given by the Chaplain of Legion Post 293. 
A bagpiper performs at the East Longmeadow Veterans Day ceremony, 
Town Manager Tom Christensen speaks during the ceremony. 
Town Council President Connor O’Shea talks during the town’s Veterans Day ceremony. 
State Rep. Brian Ashe gives a speech to honor veterans. 
Christensen assists Tidlund in the laying of the wreaths next to the veteran memorials.
