Originally called Armistice Day to mark the end of World War I, Veterans Day (Nov. 11) honors all who served our country. Did you know that one of Ohio’s two national cemeteries is in Medina County near Seville? The other is in Dayton.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Ohio has more than 1 million veterans, more than half within the cemetery’s service area, according to its website.
More facts about Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery:
- It has 273 acres. The first two phases of construction, covering 65 acres, included 21,000 gravesites, 10,100 columbaria niches and 3,800 in-ground garden niches for cremated remains, according to the website.
- The cemetery has enough space for more than 106,000 eligible veterans and their dependents for at least 30 more years.
While the focus is on living veterans on this special day, it’s good to remember those who have gone before us. Burials are continuing throughout the pandemic with officials following strict protocols.
The cemetery is located at 10175 Rawiga Road, Seville. Learn more at cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/ohiowesternreserve.asphe.
