Passersby pay tribute to fallen servicemembers at the Korean War Memorial near Penn’s Landing on Memorial Day as Pennsylvania National Guard members complete drills. The 11 a.m. commemorating ceremonies included Mayor Nutter, District Attorney Seth Williams and Gov. Rendell, who was participating in his final Memorial Day Service as governor, addressing the crowd of about 100 in the 90-degree sun. Just days before the national holiday, the House of Representatives approved a defense-spending bill that was amended to include the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” the military’s ban on openly gay servicemembers. The amendment was also approved by a Senate committee and the defense bill is awaiting a full Senate vote, expected later this month. The amendment stipulates that the law will not be lifted until a Pentagon study is completed and approved by the president and military leaders. Photo: Scott Drake