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ND/MN Veterans Honor Flight Day Two
North Dakota and Minnesota veterans reflect on service and loss during Washington D.C. Honor Flight's emotional second day.
In brief
North Dakota and Minnesota veterans reflect on service and loss during Washington D.C. Honor Flight's emotional second day. Veterans on the Honor Flight honored fallen comrades at memorials, sharing personal stories of loss and gratitude for their service. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Day Two Begins
North Dakota and Minnesota veterans started their Washington D.C. Honor Flight day two with quiet reflection at Arlington National Cemetery.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Veterans watched the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, counting the 21 steps as a shared moment of silence.
Women's Sacrifices
Military Women’s Memorial honored women veterans, highlighting their often-overlooked sacrifices and service during wartime.
Vietnam Remembrance
Veterans traced names at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, sharing stories of lost friends and the emotional weight of memory.
Personal Loss
Navy veteran Keith Gilleshammer recalled losing a high school friend in 1968, saying it was hard to be grateful for surviving.
“it’s hard, said gilleshammer through tears. like i said, i’m grateful i’m not on it.”
Next Steps
The Honor Flight concludes tomorrow with veterans preparing to return home after a day of remembrance and reflection.
What matters most
Veterans on the Honor Flight honored fallen comrades at memorials, sharing personal stories of loss and gratitude for their service.
