
KING CITY — Hundreds of American flags were planted on the lawn at King City High School, which hosted 9/11 remembrance events last Friday for students and faculty.
According to Principal Michael Gray, there were 3,000 flags representing the victims of the terrorist attacks, in addition to a moment of silence and a heart-wrenching assembly.
On Saturday, the 20th anniversary of the attacks, King City police and fire departments presented a memorial procession through town, followed by a flag ceremony at the fire station to honor those who died.
Other first responders attending the service included Fort Hunter Liggett, South Monterey County Fire, Cal Fire, Greenfield Fire and Soledad Police.
King City 9/11 Memorial Events 2021
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King City High School pays tribute to the victims of 9/11 by planting 3,000 flags on its campus. (Gail Esteban/Staff)

A Color Guard from Fort Hunter Liggett presents the colors at the King City 9/11 Memorial and Flag Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2021. (Akuaha Moreno/Fort Hunter Liggett)

Community members attend the King City 9/11 Memorial and Flag Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2021. (Akuaha Moreno/Fort Hunter Liggett)

Community members attend the King City 9/11 Memorial and Flag Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2021. (Akuaha Moreno/Fort Hunter Liggett)

King City Mayor Mike LeBarre speaks during the 9/11 Memorial and Flag Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2021. (Akuaha Moreno/Fort Hunter Liggett)

Community members attend the King City 9/11 Memorial and Flag Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2021. (Akuaha Moreno/Fort Hunter Liggett)

King City Police Chief Keith Boyd speaks during the 9/11 Flag Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2021. (Akuaha Moreno/Fort Hunter Liggett)