By Daniel Schwartz, TME

On Tuesday, November 11, residents gathered in Pine Mountain Village center to honor and celebrate Veterans near and far at the ribbon cutting and unveiling of the new Pine Mountain Village Veterans Memorial.

The event was led by Pine Mountain Club Commercial Property Owner’s Association (PMCCPOA) Vice President Marla Antinoro. The commemoration was laden with emotion, as Antinoro and many in the crowd were on the verge of tears throughout the presentation. Antinoro estimated between 150 and 200 people were in attendance.

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Above: Veterans honored at the ribbon cutting of the new Veterans Memorial in Pine Mountain Village Center on November 11 in Pine Mountain Club

Above: Part of the 150 person crowd at the Veterans Day celebration

Above: Attendees (left) listen to the presenters (right) at the new Pine Mountain Village Veterans Memorial

Above: Monument contributors at the unveiling

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