New City, NY – Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Director Susan Branam of the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency are set to recognize the exceptional contributions of two esteemed local military heroes on Wednesday, February 14th.
The annual presentation of the Buffalo Soldiers Award will honor outstanding African American veterans residing in Rockland County. “Buffalo Soldiers” originally referred to members of African American cavalry regiments within the U.S. Army who served in the western United States from 1867 to 1896. They gained renown for their unwavering courage and exemplary discipline.
Event Details:
- Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2024
- Time: 11:00 am
- Location: Rockland County Fire Training Center, 35 Firemen’s Memorial Drive, Pomona NY