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The Colonie Veterans Memorial Groundbreaking was held on 3 May 2008. Here is the outside and inside of the program. Please keep in mind that the rendition of the memorial on this flyer is NOT the way the memorial looks as a sixth branch emblem was added. Just click on each to enlarge!

Likewise with this group of 10 pictures--click on each to enlarge.

The first row of photos includes from left to right: our Founder Bob LaDuke at the podium, next is a photo of the National Guard holding the colors and part of the flag line provided by members of the Patriot Guard Riders, then more of the flag line, and Albany County Executive Mike Breslin at the podium. Photos by Noonie Fortin.

The second row of five photos includes from left to right: Congressman Mike McNulty at the podium; the group making the first shovel of dirt; next is current Town Supervisor Paula Mahan at the podium; Founder Bob LaDuke at the podium; and group includes Blue Star Mother Sharon Parys, Mike Breslin, Congressman Mike McNulty, former Town Supervisor Mary Brizzell and Gold Star Mother Charlene Robbins. Photos by Noonie Fortin.

The third row is a photo of Founder Bob LaDuke shaking hands with another Veteran. Photo by Noonie Fortin.

The following photos were taken from a slightly different direction and show some of the other people who were there that day.

The Patriot Guard Riders arrived and set up a flag line. Photos by Joanne LaDuke.

Former Town Supervisor Mary Brizzell, committee member Melissa Shaw and Founder Bob LaDuke. Photo by Joanne LaDuke.

Founder Bob LaDuke welcoming people, the group pledging allegiance, Gold Star Mother Charlene Robbins speaking. Photos by Joanne LaDuke.

The ceremonial first shovels. Photos by Joanne LaDuke.

Founder Bob LaDuke addressing the audience. Photo by Joanne LaDuke.

It was a cold windy day so there were only a few folks at the groundbreaking. Photos by Joanne LaDuke.