Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces honors the sacrifice of veterans in the region

In remembering “Our Roots,” Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces is proud to recognize the sacrifice and dedication of veterans in the region. Flagtaff Nuestras Raíces honors area veterans by participating in the annual Armed Forces Day Parade held each Spring in Flagstaff.

Veterans in the region are also recognized during a group photo and program held during the annual Summertime Tardeada held each summer in the region.

Below are some highlights of recent events / programs honoring local Hispanic Veterans:

VETERANS BANNERS

In 2018, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces created its initial banners to honor the service and lives of local Hispanic veterans. The banners have displayed at the Flagstaff Armed Forces Day Parade, the Flagstaff 4th of July Parade and the annual Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada and Mariachi Festival.

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HONORING LIVING VETERANS

HONORING OUR DEARLY DEPARTED VETERANS

VETERANS GROUP PHOTOS

Since 2014, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, under the organization of member and U.S. Army veteran Armando Gonzales, has honored living veterans with a group photo at its annual Pioneer Picnic and Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklórico Festival.

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