Volunteers, veterans collect thousands of flags after 4th of July

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) – After more than 10,000 flags were placed at Waterfront Park for the 4th of July, dozens of volunteers came out Wednesday morning to help pick them up.

The flags were originally placed along the Ohio by the organization Flags4Vets, along with a number of local volunteers. They said the patriotic act is all about showing veterans and those currently serving how much they're appreciated.

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"I think its a good reminder that service in the community, and for your family and friends, just never stops," volunteer Scott Seligman said.

Flags4Vets also placed 15,000 American flags at Waterfront Park on Memorial Day. The group has headed flag placing events in 42 states.

You can keep up with Flags4Vets events here.

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