The Armenian community of Greater Los Angeles will commemorate the 98th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on April 24 at the Armenian Genocide Monument at Bicknell Park in Montebello, Asbarez reported.

The event will start with a moment of silence for the souls of our one and a half million martyrs, followed by a full program that includes  remarks and messages from invited political dignitaries, a religious service with the participation of representatives of all religious denominations of the Armenian community, and placement of wreaths at the Monument by participating organizations.

The Los Angeles United Armenian Council for the Commemoration of the Armenian Genocide, which consists of more than 50 Armenian religious, political, compatriotic, and other community organizations, is the organizer of this commemorative event.