![]() ![]() Those interested in helping place flags should contact King via email at or by calling (804) 786-2060. The placing of the flags will begin at 8 a.m. This is the fifth year that the Virginia War Memorial has honored the fallen heroes in this way. The Hill of Heroes display will run through July 14. It’s really the people that come here that bring this place to life,” King explained. “Every single time you plant a flag, you're ensuring that a service member who died on your behalf is remembered. Thursday, CBS 6 caught up with King as he and a volunteer group with Dominion Energy prepared the site. ![]() Memorial operations manager Ben King has organized the annual "Hill of Heroes" display for the past three years. On Friday, the memorial on Belvidere Street will honor and recognize the thousands of Virginia men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice to our country with an American flag installation. 12,000 is a significant number for the Virginia War Memorial. ![]()
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