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  • #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Nehamon Lyons IV

    #VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran Nehamon Lyons IV

    Today's #VeteranOfTheDay honors Navy Veteran Nehamon Lyons IV, who died on 9/11 in the attack on the Pentagon.

  • The Mission Continues: Honoring those who served, sacrificed in the wake of 9/11

    The Mission Continues: Honoring those who served, sacrificed in the wake of 9/11

    In the 22 years since 9/11, Veterans have consistently risen to the occasion, ensuring that we "never forget" the spirit of unity that defined the nation at that pivotal moment. We've dedicated ourselves to volunteering in under-resourced communities, lending a hand during natural disasters and serving in food banks to combat food insecurity.

  • #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Patricia Horoho

    #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Patricia Horoho

    Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Patricia Horoho, who served as the first woman to be Army Surgeon General.

  • American Hero: Robert Darling

    American Hero: Robert Darling

    As the events of 9/11 unfolded, Marine Veteran Robert Darling served as a liaison between the Pentagon and Vice President Dick Cheney in the underground bunker at the White House.

  • VA National Cemeteries hold National Day of Service on September 9

    VA National Cemeteries hold National Day of Service on September 9

    VA National Cemeteries and Carry the Load will hold a National Day of Service on Sep. 9 marking the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

  • #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Alexander Wallgren

    #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Alexander Wallgren

    Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Alexander Wallgren, who served with the Army and National Guard over the course of two decades and earned a Purple Heart for his service in Iraq.

  • Veterans, VA employees, remember 9/11

    Veterans, VA employees, remember 9/11

    Twenty years ago, our freedom came under attack in deadly terrorist acts. VA medical centers across America will commemorate the day.

  • #VeteranOfTheDay 9/11 victims

    #VeteranOfTheDay 9/11 victims

    On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay are those who lost their lives during the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and Flight 93.

  • Patriot Day, 2021

    Patriot Day, 2021

    Patriot Day, a National Day of Prayer and Remembrance, honors the victims of the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001.

  • Operation Gratitude 9/11 digital letter writing campaign

    Operation Gratitude 9/11 digital letter writing campaign

    In honor of the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 and National Day of Service, Operation Gratitude welcomes grateful Americans to express their appreciation for the service and sacrifice of first responders, service members, and Veterans through our digital letter writing campaign.

  • Veterans get resources, support, community through America’s Warrior Partnership

    Veterans get resources, support, community through America’s Warrior Partnership

    America’s Warrior Partnership (AWP) is dedicated to ensuring community service providers are empowered to provide support and Veterans understand where and how they can access resources locally.

  • Emotions run high as Veterans visit 9/11 memorial on eve of 20th anniversary of attacks

    Emotions run high as Veterans visit 9/11 memorial on eve of 20th anniversary of attacks

    Nearly 3,000 Americans perished on Sept. 11, 2001, in the deadliest attack ever on U.S. soil. The chilling day is simply known as 9/11.

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Last updated May 26, 2017

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