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Honoring our finest: Veteran stories, war artifacts a reminder of sacrifices

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Wednesday, November 11, 2015

coverVeterans Day is a time set aside each year to honor the people who have put their lives on the line to protect the freedom of others. Each veteran, whether they served in World War II or Iraq, have a different story to tell. This year, a female veteran and one Cherokee tribal elder share their experiences of serving in WWII while leaders of veteran organizations discuss the challenges of staying relevant to younger generations of service men and women. 

• Veterans’ groups struggle for relevancy with younger generation of servicemen

• Military icons in our midst

• ‘Beloved’ Cherokee storyteller shares WWII experiences

• A female WWII vet reflects on the war and its impact on her family

 

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