Navajo president calls for nations to recognize service of all veterans

Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001, is the official Veterans Day, set aside to recognize and honor all veterans. Several communities throughout the Navajo Nation provide veterans activities for our local warriors. Your time and efforts are encouraging and very much appreciated. Since the terrorist attacks of Sep...

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Published inIndian country today (Oneida, N.Y.) Vol. 21; no. 22
Main Author Begaye, Kelsey A
Format Newspaper Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Oneida, N.Y Indian Country Today 14.07.2001
Subjects
Armed forces
Government
Holidays & special occasions
Human relations
Interpersonal communication
Military personnel
Native Americans
Personal relationships
Social life & customs
Traditions
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Summary:Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001, is the official Veterans Day, set aside to recognize and honor all veterans. Several communities throughout the Navajo Nation provide veterans activities for our local warriors. Your time and efforts are encouraging and very much appreciated. Since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, Veterans Day 2001 took on extra special meaning. In respect and recognition of the contributions of our servicemen and servicewomen made to the cause of peace and freedom, I urge the Navajo Nation to recognize the valor and sacrifice of all our veterans through appropriate public ceremonies and prayers. On Saturday, Nov. 24, 2001, the Navajo Nation, in coordination with the Office of U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M., the United States Congress, the United States Mint, the United States Marine Corps, and the White House, will award the Congressional Silver Medal Award to the Navajo Code Talkers of World War II, at a ceremony at Nakai Hall at the Navajo Nation fairgrounds in Window Rock, Ariz.
ISSN:1066-5501