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         The life and times of Mark and Paula Persons
Monday, November 11, 2013:  Veterans Day.  There was a program at the Brainerd High School.  Commander Sergeant Major Cynthia Kallberg spoke that day.   Her theme was "honoring the greatest generation to the latest generation."   She noted that less than 10% of Americans are military veterans and only 1% of Americans carry the burden of protecting our country by serving in the military today.  Americans need to recognize sacrifices made by military personnel, especially those serving abroad.
 

The auditorium was filled with students who showed up for ceremonies to honor veterans. 

That evening, Paula and Mark dined at the Olive Garden in Baxter where veterans were treated to a complimentary meal.

Mark served with the U. S. Army from 1966 to 1969, including a year in Vietnam.

The Olive Garden staff was in tune with Veterans Day.

Applebees restaurants also hosted veterans to a free meal that day.
November 11, 2013 emails:  

Hi Mark, Happy Veterans Day and thanks for your service!  Dave in Brainerd, Minnesota.

Happy Veterans Day to you my friend .. you fought the good fight where the bullets were really flying.  Buc in Avon, Connecticut.

Hi Mark, Thanks for your service!  Leslie in Little Canada, Minnesota.
Quote of the day:  Thanks.   Mark    < Back to previous story Ahead to next story >

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