NEWS RELEASE – Pensacolians who survived the 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor will be honored at 6 p.m. Aug. 29 at “Heroes Among Us” ceremonies at Veterans Memorial Park in downtown Pensacola.

Several were featured in an award-winning documentary by Liz Watkins of Pensacola, who chronicled their trip back to Pearl Harbor in 2011. They all reside in the Pensacola area; many are in their late 80s and early 90s.

The honorees include Marine Sgt. Major Bill Braddock and two Navy members, Radioman First Class Cass Phillips and Musician First Class Frank Emond.

The gathering is part of a monthly series held to salute people from all branches of military service. The goal is to let those people share their experiences with civilians and military members.

The event is organized by the Marine Corps League, J. R. Spears Detachment 066, and is held at Veterans Memorial Park at Ninth Avenue and Bayfront Parkway.

Admission is free and open to the public. Water and light food will be provided; people should bring their own chairs or blankets.

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