Veterans
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Employing Our Veterans and Military Families
By Donna Reuss Alexandria, VA – November 11 is Veterans Day, designated to honor and celebrate the courage and sacrifice…
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Veterans Don’t Get a Breast Cancer Pass
By Donna Reuss Alexandria, VA – Breast cancer (BC) doesn’t give a “pass” to those in uniform or the veterans…
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Not Your Grandfather’s VFW
By Donna Reuss Alexandria, VA – Last month, the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) made history,…
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A Tenuous Peace: The Korean Armistice Agreement
By Donna Reuss At 10 a.m. on July 27, 1953, representatives of the United Nations Command, the Korean People’s Army,…
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On Hallowed Ground at Alexandria National Cemetery
By Donna Reuss Alexandria, VA – To begin this month’s column, I would like to express my gratitude to the…
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Children and Youth: A Priority of the American Legion
By Donna Reuss Alexandria, VA – The American Legion is a veterans service organization, dedicated to supporting those who served…
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Women Were Vietnam Veterans, Too
By Donna Reuss Alexandria, VA – It is hard to remember the National Mall in Washington, D.C., before the iconic…
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The USO: A Home Away from Home
By Donna Reuss Alexandria, VA – For many of us, the USO conjures memories of Bob Hope Christmas specials and…
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Hundreds of Volunteers Flock to Place Wreaths at Alexandria National Cemetery
ALEXANDRIA, VA – “Wait Mom, this one has fallen down,” said 7-year old Teddy Turskey, as he pulled away from…
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Veteran’s Corner – A Beautiful Tribute
Alexandria, VA – Is there any more picturesque or poignant sight at this time of year than the wreaths on…
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