Mike Whalen speaks to the crowd. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

Veterans stand in formation. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

Veterans march to Mount Auburn Cemetery. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

Residents pay tribute at Mount Auburn Cemetery. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

Honored guests pause for a moment of silence. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

State Rep. James Arena-DeRosa speaks. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

June and Scott Mackin pose for a photo. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

Mike Shepard and a scout salute after placing a wreath at Mount Auburn Cemetery. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

World Way II veteran Russ Phipps talks with two of the young speakers. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

Guests of honor sit at the gazebo at the Town Common. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

A giant American flag flies from a fire truck. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

A wreath is placed at the Town Common. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

The weather was perfect for the event. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

The high school band performs a number. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

The new World War II memorial stands on the Town Common. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO