Veterans Day: In their own words
CHICAGO (CBS)-- Today we honor the veterans who have served our country.
CBS 2 wants to highlight some special Chicago-area veterans who explain what Veterans Day means to them.
Joseph Rodriguez, Marine Corp: "I was following the footsteps of thousands of people."
Essie Hall, U.S. Navy: "I am proud to have served my country. We give so much of our time and lives so that you can have your freedom."
Tom Straossner, Air Force: "A chance to honor all veterans from all wars."
Herman Zelk, U.S. Marine Corp: "We should honor veterans because everyone gave a little of themselves, some gave all."
Jonathan Elliott, Staff Sergeant: "I'd like to honor our veterans by filling in their shoes, specifically my grandpa who was World War II Army and my uncle who was also Vietnam Army."
Jacob Beal, Navy: "It's about giving love and support to the veterans who have served for me. Also by me currently serving I appreciate all the love and support that I got from the peers here in the United States and also in different countries."
Patrick Drury, Marine Corps: "Serving my country meant I could do something for others."