Fort Knox will hold a memorial Day ceremony at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery-Central in Radcliff, Kentucky at 11:30 a.m., Monday, May 27 in honor of all service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the nation. U.S. Army Recruiting Command and Fort Knox Commander Major General Johnny Davis will be the ceremony’s keynote speaker. During the event, Major General Davis will participate in a ceremonial wreath laying – a tradition honoring all U.S. service members who lost their lives in defense of the United States. The event will also feature a 21-gun salute, Prisoners of War/ Missing in Action remembrance ceremony, flag folding and the playing of taps. Event parking is limited and available on a first come, firs served basis, so attendees are encouraged to arrive early.
On the same day, the installation’s 121 cemeteries will b open to the public for family and friends of those buried here to visit and pay respects from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. those needing to locate checkpoints may visit the Fort Knox Visitor Center at the Chaffee (main) Gate to obtain an event-specific map or to speak with the Cultural Resources team for further assistance. Fort Knox Range Operations staff will be posted at checkpoints located around the installation perimeter to help those seeking directions to specific grave-sites. All visitors 18 and older will need to provide a valid driver’s license and cell phone number when entering any checkpoint. For more information on installation access and pass requirements, visit the Fort Knox website.