above honoring those killed in action during the war on terrorism, the annual ceremony at Cripple Creek’s Memorial Wall pays tribute to the sacrifice of service members from teller County, El Paso County, Fort Carson, the Air Force Academy and Peterson Air Force base.

nition and honor that they are more than due.”

of course, the weekend also includes the solemn tributes necessary to recognize our armed forces’ dedication and sacrifice. of particular note is the annual ceremony at the Memorial Wall, which wraps up the event

“service members that have been killed in action during the war on terrorism from teller County, el Paso County, Fort Carson, the Air Force Academy and Peterson Air Force base,” explains McPherson, “will all be listed and

engraved on the wall and their names will be read during the memorial service.”

Whether active-duty or retired, a solider or a relative, a veteran or just an appreciative civilian, it’s impossible not to be moved by Cripple Creek Honors America’s Armed Forces, according to Werner. “With a large military presence, listening to the speeches and people talking, you can’t help but feel patriotic and appreciative–and a proud American.”