Unfortunatly, some newspapers think veterans are only those who served during war and do not give credit to all veterans. "The title “veteran” must be earned. It is a title endowed by a grateful nation on citizens whose shoulders were broad enough to carry the weight of our common defense," said former VA Secretary Anthony J. Principi's on July 2, 2003. "It is a title that speaks of courage and sacrifice in the face of mortal danger. It is a title that speaks of compassion and heartbreak in the wake of the terrible cost of war. And it is a title that speaks of love of country, and of a belief in America’s goodness, and our strength."
Since today is Veterans Day, I would like to thank all veterans who have served our country. We would not be the greatest country in the world without you.
Thank you hubby, 1st Sgt. Platt, and son-in-law, Sgt. Derrick White, we are so proud of you for the many years you served in the U.S. Army.
Famous veterans include:
Actors & Entertainers
- Drew Carey
- Gene Hackman
- Ed McMahon
- Jimi Hendrix
- Elvis Presley
- Pat Sajak
- Charlton Heston
- Chuck Norris
- Montel Williams
- Jim Lehrer
Sports Icons
- Mike Anderson
- Roberto Clemente
- Jim Mora
- Ted Williams
- Jackie Robinson
- David Robinson
- Political Figures
- George Bush
- Colin Powell
- Ronald Reagan
- John F. Kennedy
- Richard Nixon
- Bob Dole
Authors
- Dr. Suess
- Ernest Hemingway
- F. Scott Fitzgerald
