Celebrating Women Veterans: LDVA Organizes Commemoration in Baton Rouge

The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) has announced a series of events celebrating veterans in 2026, including the Third Annual Veterans Day at the Capitol. Scheduled for May 26, 2026, the event will run from 9 a.m. To 2 p.m. And aims to honor Louisiana’s veterans while providing a platform for veteran service organizations to engage with the public. Secretary Charlton J. Meginley, a retired U.S. Air Force colonel, emphasized the importance of recognizing veterans’ contributions, stating the event will foster dialogue and awareness of veterans’ issues.

The LDVA’s activities are part of broader efforts to commemorate military service. In addition to the Capitol event, the department has organized a week of Memorial Day observ