An Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr. Michael McCarthy, will be hosting a Regional Ceremony for National Commemoration Day 2024 next Sunday, 14th July. The event will take place at 11:00 a.m. in the beautiful grounds of Kilkenny Castle, where we will gather to pay tribute to the brave Irishmen and Irishwomen who lost their lives in past wars or while serving with the United Nations.
National Commemoration Day holds immense significance as it allows us to remember and honour the sacrifices made by our fellow countrymen and women throughout history. This regional ceremony is one of several taking place across the country.
Distinguished guests including military personnel, regional Public Representatives, Members of the Defence Forces, An Garda Síochána, and Religious Leaders have been invited to attend and participate in this solemn occasion. We are also extending an invitation to members of the public who wish to join us in paying their respects. We kindly request attendees to arrive at the venue before 11:00 a.m., as formal proceedings will commence at 11:15 a.m.
The ceremony will begin with a formal introduction by the Master of Ceremonies, who will introduce the Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council and other dignitaries. Officiating clergy will then lead us in prayers, followed by the Cathaoirleach laying a wreath in tribute to the fallen Irishmen and Irishwomen who valiantly served their country in times of war or peacekeeping missions under the United Nations.
We encourage all attendees to observe this commemorative event with due respect and solemnity, as we remember and honour the sacrifices of those who have gone before us.
