Ottawa hosts 24-hour Veterans Honor Guard Vigil

A 24-hour veterans honor guard vigil took place Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, through Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, at Washington Square.

The Ottawa American Legion Post 33 conducted a 24-hour Veterans Honor Guard Vigil from Friday through Saturday.

The vigil began 5 p.m. Friday, immediately after a ceremony this year honoring veterans who were members of the submarine service. Ottawa Mayor Robb Hasty was a featured speaker.

Ottawa Mayor Robb Hasty speaks Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, during the 24-hour Veterans Honor Guard Vigil at Washington Square.
John Duback of the Ottawa American Legion speaks Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, before the start of the 24-hour Veterans Honor Guard Vigil at Washington Square.
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