Veterans Day is a festive celebration by those who returned, married, had kids, worked and retired. We are the one who have reunions and share photos and stories.
Published: Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 @ 10:20 am
By: Ted McDonald
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Here is just a short Poem written during a previous Veteran's day reflection
Published: Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 2:52 pm
By: Bobby Tony
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Chris Pratt and other cast members from “The Terminal List” took the time Friday to thank those who served in the military in honor of Veterans Day.
Published: Saturday, November 19th, 2022 @ 6:11 pm
By: Daily Wire
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Published: Sunday, January 16th, 2022 @ 9:52 pm
By: Carolina Journal
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Ever since our 2014 vacation to Normandy and the D-Day sites, I think of Veterans Day in an entirely new light.
Published: Thursday, November 11th, 2021 @ 7:55 am
By: Kathy Manos Penn
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On July 16, 1945, the United States detonated the world’s first nuclear device in Alamogordo, New Mexico.
Published: Tuesday, August 3rd, 2021 @ 5:50 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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A veteran is defined by federal law, moral code and military service as "Any, Any, Any"... A military veteran is Any person who served for Any length of time in Any military service branch.
Published: Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 @ 1:16 pm
By: Bobby Tony
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After receiving more than 100 entries for the 2020 Veterans Day Poster Contest, the Veterans Day National Committee has selected a winning design.
Published: Friday, July 17th, 2020 @ 9:38 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Veterans Day is a day when we pay special tribute to all of those who have served in our armed forces, and their families.
Published: Monday, May 25th, 2020 @ 4:57 pm
By: Beaufort Observer Editorial Team
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Let’s talk about Veterans Day, which used to be Armistice Day until the 50s and is still in Britain, where I lived in Britain for many years.
Published: Friday, November 15th, 2019 @ 7:17 pm
By: Daily Wire
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Remarks by President Trump at the New York City Veterans Day Parade
Published: Friday, November 15th, 2019 @ 8:34 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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'American Sniper,' 'Lone Survivor' and other powerful flicks honor the strength, grit and sacrifice of extraordinary Americans
Published: Tuesday, November 12th, 2019 @ 8:30 am
By: LifeZette
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'The sailor standing watch and the soldier on point trust their comrades with their lives' — and their sacrifice, ultimately, is for all of their fellow Americans
Published: Tuesday, November 12th, 2019 @ 1:11 am
By: LifeZette
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Just in time for Veterans Day, I've once again had the privilege of interviewing a WWII veteran. My husband arranged for me to sit down with Cecil Hannaford, a local VFW member.
Published: Monday, November 11th, 2019 @ 8:15 am
By: Kathy Manos Penn
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I've had the honor of meeting quite a few veterans around Dunwoody. My husband and I bump into them at Memorial and Veterans Day celebrations, the July 4th Parade, the poppy giveaways at the grocery, and just out and about.
Published: Monday, November 11th, 2019 @ 7:42 am
By: Kathy Manos Penn
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Today, Governor Cooper hosted military veterans and their families at the Executive Residence for a reception to commemorate the sacrifices military veterans have made for North Carolina and the country
Published: Monday, November 12th, 2018 @ 11:15 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Exactly 100 years ago today, on November 11th, 1918, World War I came to an end. Thank God. It was a brutal war.
Published: Monday, November 12th, 2018 @ 3:02 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Operation Gratitude takes over the Veteran's Day Freeboot Friday. The November 10th event will welcome Greenville musicians, Built for Comfort, to close out the last event of Freeboot's 18th season
Published: Wednesday, November 8th, 2017 @ 6:25 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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As part of Military Family Appreciation Month and leading up to the Veterans Day holiday, Governor Roy Cooper declared November 6-10, 2017 Employ a Veteran Week in North Carolina
Published: Tuesday, November 7th, 2017 @ 4:09 am
By: Governor's Office
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Here we are in the month of June. June represents a month of pride for many. The Islamic holiday of Ramadan is this month. This is also Gay Pride month. Rather ironic that the two would cross paths on the calendar.
Published: Thursday, June 15th, 2017 @ 12:26 am
By: Rod Eccles
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On this Veterans Day, take a moment to reflect on the sacrifice and the service of the men and women who have traveled anywhere at a moment's notice to defend our freedom and keep us safe
Published: Saturday, November 12th, 2016 @ 12:17 am
By: Thom Tillis
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Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) issued the following statement in advance of Veterans Day this Friday
Published: Thursday, November 10th, 2016 @ 6:02 pm
By: Thom Tillis
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Today, the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee approved a "megabus" bill (S.425) that includes three bipartisan bills introduced by Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) aimed at improving educational opportunities for veterans and their families. On Veterans Day, two of these bills were endorsed by...
Published: Sunday, January 31st, 2016 @ 12:40 am
By: Chris Downey
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George, a Purple Heart recipient, was stationed at Hickam Field in Hawaii during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. He joined the U.S. Army Air Force in 1940 and served in the Pacific Theater during most of World War II, including the Pacific Ocean nuclear bomb tests. After 23 years of service...
Published: Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 @ 8:27 pm
By: ECU News Services
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Sunny skies greeted more than 200 people who attended the annual Veterans Day ceremony at East Carolina University on Nov. 11.
Published: Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 @ 10:56 am
By: ECU News Services
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Today is Veterans Day, 2015 and I thank all those who have served and who are still serving in our nation's Military and Coast Guard.
Published: Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 @ 9:42 am
By: Rod Eccles
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On Veterans Day, Americans come together to honor and thank the brave men and women who have risked their lives to protect our nation's values.
Published: Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 @ 2:12 am
By: Chris Downey
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Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) released the following statement in honor of Veterans Day...
Published: Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 @ 1:22 am
By: Chris Downey
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East Carolina University remembered those who sacrificed and served during a Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11. "This day is about honoring service above self," said Dr. Steve Duncan, assistant vice chancellor and director of military programs at ECU.
Published: Sunday, November 16th, 2014 @ 9:20 pm
By: ECU News Services
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East Carolina University brick mason and U.S. Army veteran Ron Causey is proud to have helped build the Memorial Walk that honors service members.
Published: Saturday, November 15th, 2014 @ 10:03 am
By: ECU News Services
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East Carolina University recognized 40 veterans and military supporters today during its annual Veterans Day paver dedication. The Nov. 11 event brings the total number of pavers to nearly 200. The 6-by-9-inch bricks honor men and women who have served in the armed forces or who have supported...
Published: Sunday, November 17th, 2013 @ 3:10 pm
By: ECU News Services
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East Carolina University will host a number of speakers and events this week and next in honor of Veterans Day.
Published: Sunday, November 10th, 2013 @ 8:51 pm
By: ECU News Services
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