Veterans Day is a time set aside to honor all male and female veterans and to those serving our country today.

It is a time for veterans to be there to march or ride in your parades and for those who now value your freedoms to thank them as they pass. It is a day and a tradition to attend ceremonies, visit graves, wear patriotic colors, wave flags, teach your children of why they have today off from school, and especially, have a moment of silence for those who have given their lives for you.

Again, please put all veterans, front and center on your day. And to the public, please line our route as we pass on your parade, and locally, you can attend our ceremony at Greenfield Veterans Mall. We’ve earned your thanks and we thank you. On this, our 11th hour of our 11th day of our 11th month, with respect and thanks.

Tom Travis

1951-1955, U.S. Navy, Greenfield