It was a windy but sunny day this Veteran's Day, for Taylorville to formally dedicate the new Lake Taylorville Veterans Point Memorial, culminating several years worth of work to complete.

A good crowd was on hand for the nearly 40 minute ceremony.

Reverend Tom Belegante opened with prayer.

Steve Craggs, chairperson of the Downtown Taylorville Board that spearheaded the construction of the Veterans Point Memorial, told those in attendance that the ceremony was a culmination of work by many people.

Dean Ray, commander of the Taylorville American Legion, thanked all those who worked tirelessly for this Veterans Memorial to be built.

U-S Congressman Rodney Davis of Taylorville, talked about how veterans influenced his life.

Taylorville Mayor Bruce Barry thanked all the volunteers who put a lot of time into making the Veterans Memorial happen.

Ricky Reed gave the closing prayer, which was followed by the playing of Taps.

An edited version of the complete ceremony can be heard below: