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City of Vista Celebrates Salute to Service Vista Veterans Day
Thousands of Veterans Day Celebrations took place across the nation on Wednesday in commemoration of the federal holiday. Originally called Armistice Day, in honor of those who served in WW I, the day was changed in 1954 to Veterans Day in honor of all currently living veterans. Parades, speeches, 5K’s and a myriad of other celebrations were held in cities large and small to honor the veteran service men and women from all branches of the armed services. For Vista, the Veterans Day celebration was highlighted by presentations by the Mayor and City Councilmembers, remarks from service club dignitaries, and a keynote speaker. Along with this, presentations were made to veterans attending and several special were awarded. awarded. The Salute to Service: Vista Veterans Day was held near The Veterans Memorial Park and the Ernie Pinamonti Memorial Park bronze statue display. Ernie was a U.S. Marine killed during the Vietnam War.