The AT District proudly participates in two annual service projects at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton.  In addition to community service, these events are opportunities for both youth and adults to learn about and appreciate the service and sacrifices of those who have given their lives in service of our country, as well as the rich history of the Canton area.

NEW FOR 2023
Memorial Day Flag Placement

BSA Scout Information
Date:  Saturday, May 27th 2023
Location:  Georgia National Cemetery 1080 Veterans Cemetery Road Canton, GA 30114
Times:  09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

THIS information is NEW from previous years.

Uniform of the day:  Full field uniform sometimes referred to as a class a.
Times:  09:00 Ceromony & Start Time:
Recommend arrival at 07:00-8:00 and ride together as able

THIS information New This Year.  Flag placement follows the program at the assembly area.

​NEW:Georgia National Cemetery Observances of Memorial Day 2023 will take place Saturday May 27,2023 at the cemetery assembly area.  The Ceremony will commence at 9:00 am.  At the conclusion of the ceremony guests will be invited to position small American Flags at all gravesites.  Georgia National Cemetery has 22 service members that were Killed In-The-Line of Duty (KIA).  These 22 KIAs will be honored during this year's ceremony.


Due to traffic concerns, those attending are highly encouraged to carpool if at all possible.  Off cemetery parking has been arraigned at the Sutallee Baptist Church, 895 Knox Bridge Hwy, White, GA 30184.  Shuttle service will be provided starting at 8:00 am from the church.  The shuttle service will run until 12:00 pm.

TIPS:
During the opening program, instructions and a demonstration will be given so that Scouts will know the proper procedure and etiquette for placing the flags, however here are a few tips.
                                                            
  • Upon hearing Taps at a military ceremony, proper protocol dictates those individuals in scout uniform render a salute until the music is complete while turning and facing the bugler. Civilians should remove their headgear and place their hand over their heart. Please no talking.
  • Scouts should only carry 1 or 2 flags at a time and not a hand full.  We take our time and are methodical in protocol and procedure.
  • Place your flag at the tombstone 1 foot back and center .  Read the name and tombstone aloud.  Salute the tombstone.  Remove your cover and say a solo prayer.  Only than do we move to the next gravesite.
  • Please assure that all those interested are awarded the opportunity to participate.  You might only place 1 or 2 flags as you pay respects.
 
 

Christmas Wreath Placement
NEW 2023 INFO

Date:  Saturday, December 16th 2022
Location:  Georgia National Cemetery 1080 Veterans Cemetery Road Canton, GA 30114
Times:  09:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Get there early

Other information about event:
REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

2023 Wreaths Across America
Families with loved one interred
are invited to place one wreath on that gravesite
Friday, December 15, 2023 between 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The 2023 Ceremony will be held
Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 9:00 am
Public wreath laying immediately following
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Due to the overwhelming response in 2022, and the traffic gridlock, many families were not afforded the opportunity to honor their loved one by placing a wreath.  Accordingly, for 2023, the event will be conducted over a two-day period.  Families with family members interred at Georgia National Cemetery are invited to place one wreath at their family members gravesite on Friday, December 15, 2023 starting at 9:00 am until to 12:00 pm.  The 2023 Wreaths Across America Ceremony will take place at the Assembly Area at the Cemetery.  The program will commence promptly at 9:00 am Saturday December 16, 2023.  Public Wreath Laying will take place immediately following the ceremony.  The Georgia National Cemetery Staff and the Advisory Council are working on measures to reduce if not eliminate the traffic issues encountered in 2022.     
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For more information you can follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/GaNational
Or our webpage: ganationalcemetery.org


NEW EVENT:
WAA Wreath Removal and Cleanup
SATURDAY, JANUARY TBD, 2024 AT 10 AM
Meeting at Public Information Center for instructions. Wreaths Across America wreaths that were placed on gravesites in December will be removed and placed in dumpsters to be removed. Bring a leaf rake. Wreaths can be slid down handle to facilitate moving more wreaths.
Un iform of the day is Activity Uniform