Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 30, 2025 City of Revere’s Annual Memorial Day Ceremony — Reflecting on a Call to Freedom O n Monday morning Mayor Patrick Keefe and the City of Revere paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifi ce for our country’s freedom. McMackin Veterans Memorial Park was fi lled with veterans, families, friends and elected offi cials giving thanks and remembering comrades and family members who died in service of our country. Mayor Patrick Keefe presents his Memorial Day remarks. Revere’s Historian, Jeff Pearlman, spoke on the Battle of Chelsea Creek, which took place on May 27, 1775 — the fi rst naval battle in America’s history. Cadet Valerie Moscone performed the National Anthem. US Army MAJ (retired) Deborah Bowker, leader of the RHS 7 Battalion Champions, directed 2,000 RHS JROC Cadets in her 13 years of service to Revere, and has a distinguished military service record. State Representative Jessica Giannino is shown addressing the attendees. Project 351 Ambassador from the Susan B. Anthony School 8th Grade, representing Governor Maura Healey, Ranya Ghouta. Placing the wreaths: Cadets Kamilla Souza and Katelyn Giovanniello. The RHS Patriot Battalion Honor Guard, commanded by Diego Leal.
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