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World War II veterans from the elite Marine unit of Navajo Code Talkers. — David Handschuh/New York Daily News/Getty Images
Veterans Day
November 11, 2012
America's military veterans have served our country in battle during two World Wars, and in Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan and other places near and far. They did their part. Many are still doing their part. On Veterans Day, it's our turn to honor and serve them.
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George Smith: The Unsung Native American Hero Who Helped Win WWII
Navajo code talkers played an important but long underappreciated role in defeating the Japanese in the Pacific islands campaign. Read
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Honor and Remember: War veterans, family members and others reflect on America's long war in Vietnam and the 30th anniversary of the dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington DC.
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Honoring Our Soldiers & Veterans
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Semper Fidelis! Once a Marine, always a Marine. This group is for you. Join
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