They left their homes, families and friends to serve their country. Often they traveled to far-off lands for extended periods. Countless numbers of them over the years risked their lives. Some were captured by enemy forces and were treated as no human should ever be treated. Millions returned home with injuries or permanent disabilities.

And millions never came home at all.

But serve they did. And their duty, bravery and sacrifice is the reason America breathes free today.

This is Veterans Day, the day we honor those who took up arms in defense of our nation...

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