Veterans Day reminder of service, need to protect vets’ rights

Veterans are honored today but so is the idea of service to our country. In that spirit, Serve.gov is an online resource to find volunteer opportunities and als...

Veterans are honored today but so is the idea of service to our country.

In that spirit, Serve.gov is an online resource to find volunteer opportunities and also to create “do-it-yourself” projects.

Today President Obama spoke to the 1,400 base personnel and vets at Yongsan Army Garrison in Seoul, South Korea.

The president said, “We recall acts of uncommon bravery and selflessness. But we also remember that honoring those who’ve served is about more than the words we say on Veterans Day or Memorial Day. It’s about how we treat our veterans every single day of the year. It’s about making sure they have the care they need and the benefits that they’ve earned when they come home.” (Watch full speech below.)

And a video from the VA on veterans’ benefits:

This story is part of Federal News Radio’s daily DoD Report. For more defense news, click here.

This story is part of our daily DorobekINSIDER Must Reads. Be sure to check out the full list of stories.

Copyright © 2024 Federal News Network. All rights reserved. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area.

    Mideast Tensions US Troops

    Hundreds of troops kicked out under ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ get upgraded to honorable discharges

    Read more
    Naval Academy Affirmative Action

    US Naval Academy says considering race in admissions helps create a cohesive military

    Read more
    Capitol

    Pentagon chief says a six-month temporary budget bill will have devastating effects on the military

    Read more