Press Releases
Luetkemeyer Veterans Day Statement
Washington, DC,
November 10, 2009
The story of our nation has, in large part, been written by our veterans. Their stories of courage, bravery, struggle and sacrifice reflect the growth of our nation over the past 200 years. Our veterans not only helped protect our nation, but they also helped build it as well.
U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-9) issued the following statement in honor of Veterans Day: “The story of our nation has, in large part, been written by our veterans. Their stories of courage, bravery, struggle and sacrifice reflect the growth of our nation over the past 200 years. Our veterans not only helped protect our nation, but they also helped build it as well. “I have had the privilege to meet members of the Greatest Generation who fought in World War II, and while their numbers are dwindling with the passage of time, their passion and their honesty about the horrors of war and the great sacrifices that were made are even more heroic when you meet them face to face. “I also have had the honor to speak with veterans from Korea, Vietnam, both Gulf Wars and Afghanistan who have shared with me similar stories, and it is clear that all veterans who served during wartime and in peacetime share common bonds that are unique and worth recognizing. “Most importantly, if you have the opportunity, thank those who served our country. As veterans have told me in the past, a simple, ‘Thank you for your service,’ is as meaningful to them as any medal or ceremony could hope to be. It is my hope that while we have this one day to officially recognize our veterans, we should take the opportunity every day to remember them and, if given the chance, thank them for their service.” ###
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