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They are the men and women who put their lives on the line for our freedom. Some gave their lives. Others came home alive, while leaving parts of themselves, including hearts and limbs, on the battlefield. Some are decorated, others toiled without awards. Tragically, some are still missing.
In Iraq, Vietnam, Korea, in Europe, on the seas, in the skies, on foreign soil and here in the United States, during war and peace, our Veterans, drafted and volunteer, served America across the globe. They are truly special people. Too often, they were not respected, not thanked, and felt less than appreciated.
Sunday, November 9th, Putnam County did its
best to honor our veterans saying "Thank you for your service" in a
special event outside the Winfield Courthouse. About 100 people
turned out in cold weather to warm the hearts of Veterans by sharing
the love, appreciation, and saying "Thank you for your service."
The event was conceived and organized by Putnam County Commissioner Raymond "Joe" Haynes, a Navy Veteran who wanted to create a special day to say "Thank you for your service" to the men and women who fought for America.
Haynes hosted the ceremony, however, he spent his time recognizing and commending Veterans from the every branch of the military, the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, and Merchant Marines. Sunday was their day, to be thanked by the civilians that they served, as well as their peers.
Among the guest speakers was Putnam County's most decorated Veteran, Don Kinnard. Haynes surprised Kinnard with a special plaque and proclamation from the Putnam County Commission, honoring, amongst his many awards, eight purple hearts earned in battle.
While Kinnard and the Veterans enjoyed their
well-deserved moments of gratitude, a poignant memorial a few yards from the
stage reminded everyone that some of America's heroes will never
have the opportunity to be thanked. They, too, were honored by
Haynes and the gathering for giving their lives in the ultimate
sacrifice for our country.
As part of the ceremony, the Winfield High
School Band, Tall Flags, and St. Albans Junior ROTC performed.
Other guest speakers were Adjutant Gen. Allen Tackett and Mary Byrd, district commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Putnam County is steeped in military history. It gets its name from Colonel Israel Putnam, commander of the Battle of Bunker Hill. In addition, the Town of Winfield, Putnam's County seat, is named in honor of General Winfield Scott.
