More than 2,000 American flags honoring current or former military service members will begin flying this Friday in Murrieta's Town Square Park near the city's Veterans Memorial, pictured. Will Fritz photo
MURRIETA (CNS) - More than 2,000 American flags bearing the names of men and women who served, or are serving, in the U.S. military will be arrayed in Murrieta's Town Square Park on Friday, marking the start of a weeklong series of events intended to honor veterans.The 11th annual "Field of Honor," provided by the Murrieta Rotary Club, will open at 9:45 a.m. and remain available for visitors to experience until Nov. 16."Everyone has the opportunity to honor a veteran, those currently serving or for past service, loved ones or personal heroes, by flying a flag in the Field of Honor," event coordinator Jann Gentry said. "Each purchased flag will be tagged with the name and rank, service or other designation."The 2,019 3-by-5-foot Stars & Stripes are sponsored by a variety of
