In 1963, President John F. Kennedy signed the Congressional resolution that each year, makes May 15 “Peace Officers Memorial Day” and the calendar week of each year during which May 15 falls, as “Police Week.” President George Bush dedicated the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in 1991. This memorial honors all of America’s federal, state and local law enforcement officers. Inscribed on the Memorial’s walls are the names of more than 14,000 officers who have been killed in the line of duty, dating back to the first known death in 1794.
Each year, we honor the memory of fallen officers. This event is traditionally held sometime during police week.
The Lebanon Police Department Honor Guard, comprised of patrol officers, represents the department in formal ceremonies such as parades, casket watches, funerals, and civic events. The main purpose of the team is to honor and stand watch over law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. An officer is killed in the line of duty approximately every 56 hours in the United States. It is critical to have trained personnel prepared to honor their memory.