Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard lays a wreath at the foot of the statue. David Bechtel of the Sons of the American Legion plays “Taps.” Snapshot: Carmel commemorates end of WWII 0 By Current Publishing on August 21, 2020 Carmel Community The City of Carmel commemorated the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II Aug. 14 at Carmel Clay Veterans Memorial Plaza. In addition to a brief ceremony, the city provided carnations for the public to place at the statue. (Submitted photos) More Headlines Share. Twitter Facebook Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email