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HONORING SENIORS

Thank A Veteran

With More Than Words

o doubt 2020 has been a trying year for many
NAmericans. We’ve adapted to working from
home – balancing work and family activities on a
constant basis. We’ve been inundated by news about
a novel virus that has resulted in ever-changing
rules, regulations and, for many, fear about what
may lie in store next.

As we embark on the celebration of our Veterans, In WWII, more than 1 million left their families to fight for our
let’s take a look at the lives of less than 1% of freedom – many giving the ultimate sacrifice. More than 1.89
Americans who work to protect our freedoms in million served in Korea; 7.25 million served in Vietnam, and 7
the greatest nation. On any given day, they adapt to million veterans have served in the Gulf wars.
leaving their families at any given time - some for a
few months, and some for years at a time. They, and It’s our turn to say Thank You to the greatest few who serve the
their families, adapt to ever-changing moves and for many. More than half of our veterans are over the age of 60.
many, uncertainty about the next call of duty.

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