In Brevard County this morning hundreds sat in the hot sun for the annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Scottsmoor. 

  • Memorial Day ceremony held at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery
  • Thousands honored for giving their lives for their country
  • Greg Pallone was master of ceremonies

Speakers included Brigadier General Wayne Monteith, Commander of the 45th Space Wing, and retired Army Colonel Danny McKnight of Blackhawk Down fame.

Each recognized the men and women who have given their lives in defense of our country. 

News 13's Greg Pallone served as the master of ceremonies. 

Currently, more than 2,000 military members have been laid to rest at the cemetery so far.