Rensselaer Riverfront Park hosts USS Albany memorial
RENSSELAER, N.Y. (NEWS10)-- Riverfront Park is hosting a memorial to highlight the legacy of the USS Albany on Saturday, May 11. The solemn ceremony is at 11 a.m. near 5th Avenue and Broadway.
The service will pay respect to the men and women who have served on the USS Albany from 1846 to today and their sacrifices while serving. The event includes speeches, moments of reflection, and music from the Yankee Doodle Band, associated with the American Legion Fort Crailo Post 471 in Rensselaer.
Mayor Michael Stammel said the memorial and dedication is a momentous occasion to honor the selfless service of the men and women aboard the vessel throughout history. USS Albany event coordinator Wayne VanAmburgh said the event is a chance for the community to pay homage and keep the legacy of those who served alive.