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A JOINT RESOLUTION AND PROCLAMATION TO RECOGNIZE AND SUPPORT NATIONAL VETERANS DAY, AND HONOR THE SERVICE AND SACRIFICE OF VETERANS IN THE CITY OF GAHANNA
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WHEREAS, This Veterans Day, we honor the resilience and courage of our nation's veterans. In Gahanna, we recognize the sacrifice and commitment of veterans who embody the spirit of our nation by defending our freedoms and values; and
WHEREAS, To these patriots and their families, we owe an immeasurable debt. Their contributions inspire us to uphold the freedoms they have preserved. We gather in gratitude to remember and celebrate their profound impact on our lives and our city; and
WHEREAS, We express our sincere thanks to our veterans and the noble organizations providing them with the support, community, and services needed upon returning home, including the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), the American Legion Post 797, and the Central Ohio Veterans Stand Down event; and
WHEREAS, The VFW, founded in 1899, serves as a powerful advocate for veterans, instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, securing GI Bills, and ensuring compensation and healthcare for veterans exposed to service-related hazards. With nearly 2 million members and Auxiliaries contributing over 8.6 million volunteer hours annually, the VFW ensures that no veteran is left to face their challenges alone. Gahanna's Veterans of Foreign Wars & Ladies Auxiliary Post 4719, founded in 1945, is an integral part of our local veteran community, actively supporting Gahanna's veterans and military families for 79 years; and
WHEREAS, Since its founding in 2002, Gahanna's American Legion Post 797, one of Ohio's fastest-growing posts, has welcomed veterans from all branches of the Armed Forces. Working closely with VFW Post 4719, Post 797 supports local veterans and families while providing patriotic education. It fosters a strong support network for veterans and enriches the ...
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