Veterans honored at Coleman Hill ceremony hosted by MGA and Macon-Bibb County

The event at Coleman Hill honored the legacy of World War I soldiers and marked the tenth year of the annual Veterans Day tradition in Macon.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Middle Georgia State University and Macon-Bibb County co-hosted a Veterans Day ceremony at Coleman Hill on Tuesday for the tenth straight year.

The event, open to the public, was held at the Coleman Hill monument, which was established in memory of members of the 151st Machine Gun Battalion, 42nd Rainbow Division, who lost their lives during World War I.

Middle Georgia State University President Dr. Christopher Blake spoke about the importance of remembering those who served.

“I think we need to realize that those that came before us helped us to have the world that we can enjoy today,” Blake said. “They worked hard to protect our liberties and our freedoms, and today, we owe it to continue that tradition.”

Coleman Hill Park is located at 285 Spring Street.