WHAT IS THE NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA?
The purpose–the sole purpose–of our Association is to honor our Veterans, both past and present and to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We do this through a ceremony held every Memorial Day.
>The Officers and Board of the NMDA, along with our Patron Members and Member Organizations, encourage you to honor our Veterans in a meaningful way this Memorial Day. And by joining and supporting the NMDA, you will help assure that this particular ceremony will continue for the years ahead and for generations to come.
Keynote Speaker – Dr. Michael P. Shannon, President, University of North Georgia
Dr. Michael P. Shannon became President of the University of North Georgia on July 1, 2023. He served as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army for 20 years, retiring in 2015 with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Prior to joining the University of North Georgia, Shannon served as a member of Georgia Tech’s executive leadership team and served in numerous faculty, leadership and advisory roles. Dr. Shannon serves veterans’ causes, is an active member of his church and is a coach for multiple local youth sports programs. He and his wife, Jessica, have four children
Reflections Speaker – Brigadier General Dennis Watts, Commanding General, Georgia Defense Force
Watts said he was inspired to join GSDF while listening to an episode with Clark Howard, who was a long time member and supporter of GSDF. Today, Watts hopes to inspire more veterans, people with a heart to serve, and committed residents throughout the state with the potential and opportunities provided by GSDF.
Join us on Saturday, May 24 2025 at 8:00 a.m. at the Cemetery to help the Scouts place flags at each gravestone ahead of the ceremony.
