In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls as National Police Week.
National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.
Today we honor those who have fallen in the line of duty, and thank those who put their lives on the line every day.
Thank you for all you have done and continue to do.
