In honor of Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 at 3 p.m., local trumpetist Carol Golden will be performing Taps at the American flag located at Trollinger Park in Whitesboro. Part of Taps Across America, this annual tradition is an opportunity for the community to come together and remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
Every Memorial Day at 3 p.m. local time, Americans across the country take a moment to honor soldiers who gave their lives fighting for our country. Taps Across America is a nationwide tribute dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of our fallen military. Founded in 2020 by retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva, this powerful tradition began as a way to bring Americans together during the pandemic.
At a time when parades and public ceremonies were impossible, thousands of musicians took to their front porches and local landmarks to play Taps in unison.
What began as a moment of remembrance has grown into an annual Memorial Day tradition. Each year at 3 p.m. local time, musicians of all skill level join in a synchronized playing of Taps. More than 10,000 musicians participated in the inaugural tribute, and the movement continues to grow.
Memorial Day is a time of reflection dedicated to the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
