16th Annual Veterans Day Military Parade and Review
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time
- Monday, Nov 11, 2024 11am - 12pm
Location
Army and Navy Academy
2605 Carlsbad Blvd
Details
Please join the Army and Navy Academy Corps of Cadets, faculty, and staff for our 16th annual Veterans Day Military Review co-hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Carlsbad.
Our guest speaker, Colonel George J. Plys, currently serves as the Brigade Commander of the 8th Brigade, U.S. Army Cadet Command, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant from Washington State University in 2001 with a degree in Criminal Justice, he also holds a Master’s in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University. Throughout his career, Col. Plys has held numerous leadership positions, including platoon leader, company commander, and executive officer in various units, as well as serving as a professor of military science. His deployments span Iraq and Afghanistan, where he held critical operational roles. His awards include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, and multiple campaign medals.
This is a free community event so feel free to bring friends and family. Food is available for purchase. All are welcome!