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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 2002
Page
5
A veteran writes to younger generations urging respect for those who served. He recalls risking lives and pausing careers to defend freedoms, warns of what might have happened if Allies lost, and asks readers to pause and thank veterans past and present. Elvin D. Crockett signs as Davy.
Veterans and reservists face life disruptions as many mobilize for duty. A veteran speaker notes about 90 percent take pay cuts when transitioning to active service, urging employers to stay informed and avoid blaming soldiers. Private Esmeralda Orosco recalls basic training and family ties to Veterans Day, while reservist Sanders emphasizes careful adjustment and public support.
Veterans and widows recount World War II memories and losses at reunions. Clyde Crockett honors fallen friends while recalling Pearl Harbor and D day on Normandy beaches. Arthur Jones recalls his Silver Star deed in Erpin and awaits a granddaughter’s Army stripe ceremony, stressing caution about current conflicts.
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