Ascension : The Ascension Island Heritage Society
Submitted by The Islander (Shari Parkhill) 27.03.2008 (Article Archived on 10.04.2008)

Day of Remembrance Ceremonies - Sunday, March 30, 2008

The 66^th Anniversary of the arrival of the men of the 38^th Combat Engineering Regiment

In commemoration of the contributions of the Americans to the history of

Ascension Island

  World War II to Present Day

1240h:  Transportation leaves Fort Hayes Museum

1300h:  Memorial /Dedication Service at The Grotto of Our Lady of Ascension

Followed by Unveiling of Heritage Boards at The Grotto, Hydroponics Farm,

 175^th Field Hospital & U.S. Military Cemetery

1500h:  Fort Hayes Gallery & Museum - Official Reopening of the Rogers Room

Followed by a Reception at the Museum