GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) — Gainesville and Alachua County leaders unveiled three new flagpoles at Veterans Memorial Park in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.

The new flag poles will feature a 50-foot American flag, a 35-foot Florida state flag, and a 35-foot POW/MIA flag. The flag pole is dedicated in memory of Chuck Geiger and Don Sherry.

The annual event featured information about veteran resources, tributes, and a live performance from the Fort Clarke Middle School Band.

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