Parade Through Miami Beach Honors Veterans
Drum roll and American pride rolled through the streets of Miami Beach to celebrate our servicemen and women.
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Drum roll and American pride rolled through the streets of Miami Beach to celebrate our servicemen and women.
As the nation marks Veterans Day in observance of those who have served our country, new numbers show a plurality of vets in the state served during the Vietnam War era.
On a day meant to honor those who made a sacrifice for their country, community members are invited to partake in various events honoring Veterans in South Florida.
We always hear about our veterans and how they are in need of our support. In honor of these special people, a few South Florida businesses have decided to show their appreciation to these brave men and women.
Female vets, who currently number close to two million, may have it even tougher than their male counterparts. One such veteran is Donna, a Denver-based, single mom, whose struggles lasted far longer than her deployment.
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In celebration of Veterans Day, Miami Beach will hold the annual parade along Washington Avenue from 17th to 11th streets.
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Three Florida veterans from America's "Greatest Generation" were honored Monday. The University of Miami and the Consulate General of France in Miami hosted a ceremony to recognize the service of Norman Kaiser, Andrew Kunkle and Arthur Nagler who fought alongside France in World War II.
Miami Beach was one of a number of South Florida cities who honored those who served and sacrificed for our country with a Veterans Day Parade and wreath-laying ceremony.
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South Florida will honor our military veterans Monday at a number of events around Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
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Hundreds came out to honor our veterans at a parade downtown on Friday.
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In honor of veterans, of all wars, the city is hosting a parade Friday that will conclude with a free concert at Bayfront Park.
Just before Veterans Day, the entire community is invited to honor the veterans of the Vietnam War, and all wars, with a parade and free concert Friday.
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