Military Flag folding Ceremony - FGCU Salutes Service and Sacrifice

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Flag Folding, Color Guard & Bagpipe Ceremony — Veterans Pavilion

The Flag Folding, Color Guard, and Bagpipe Ceremony at the FGCU Veterans Pavilion will serve as a solemn and meaningful tribute to the men and women who have answered the call to serve our nation. As part of the America 250 Military Commemoration, the ceremony will honor veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, military families, and dependents whose service and sacrifice have strengthened our nation across generations.

FGCU Salutes : Service and Sacrifice ceremony will combine military tradition, music, remembrance, and community recognition. The Presentation and Retirement of the Colors by ROTC, accompanied by the stirring sound of the bagpipes, will provide a powerful visual and musical tribute to those who have served. The 13-fold presentation of the American flag will provide an opportunity to reflect upon the history, values, sacrifices, and freedoms represented by Old Glory.

1100AM Welcome and Opening Remarks 1100AM

• Master of Ceremonies Introduction (Heather Acosta)

• Recognition of Distinguished Guests

• FGCU President

• Provost

• University Leadership

• Local Mayors and Community Leaders

• Military and Veteran Partners

• Bagpipe Prelude ( Gemma)

• Bugler Call to Colors ( 5 Minutes to event)

• Presentation of Colors

• Saber Team ROTC

• Bagpipe ( Gemma Briggs)

• Color Guard Presentation ROTC

• Flag Raising Ceremony

• Presented by Local Law Enforcement / Military Honor Guard