Disneyland invited 100 U.S. Navy Sailors and Marines to the theme park resort as part of Los Angeles Fleet Week celebrations ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
The service members were treated to special access to Disneyland’s popular lands like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Mickey’s Toontown. The day concluded with a flag retreat ceremony, featuring the Dapper Dans, Disneyland Band, and Rear Admiral Richard W. Meyer, Deputy Commander of the U.S. Third Fleet.
“How many times in your life do you have the opportunity to actually get to participate in the events that are happening at Disneyland, The Happiest Place on Earth?” Meyer said in a statement. “To be able to come here, share that with the public, participate in the events, get to see some of the cool new things at Disneyland, and get to show off the Sailors and Marines to the community — that’s what made this a really special day.”
Disney’s tradition of honoring military service members spans more than a century, dating back to founders Walt and Roy O. Disney, both World War I veterans.
That legacy continues today through daily flag ceremonies and symbolic tributes throughout its parks.
In addition to the special park visit, Disneyland is also honoring service members with the “Missing Hero Tables,” displayed during Memorial Day weekend at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World, and Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa in Hawaiʻi.
These empty tables, set in remembrance of fallen service members, serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made in defense of the nation.
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