Tribute to the Fallen is sponsored by the University of Nebraska at Omaha College Democrats. However, this event and the intentions behind it are far from partisan. The only political message found here is the undeniable weight with which each American life must be considered–the undeniable tragedy of so many lives lost.
2012 marks the 7th annual Tribute to the Fallen. In its inaugural year over 2,400 flags represented the troops who had paid the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq. This year, the number has risen to 6,399. Placing these flags takes over 150 total hours from volunteers across the state of Nebraska. These people are veterans, students, elected officials and friends of the UNO College Democrats.
Each year, the name, rank, military branch and age of each fallen serviceman and servicewoman is read.
In order to denote each fallen troop from Nebraska, we will place a carnation next to 54 different flags.
We will also have words from veterans and a notable community leader.
Congratulations to:
