(Above: Gov. Bentley delivers Veteran’s Day remarks)

America enjoys a unique kind of freedom that surpasses all other nations. It’s a freedom fought for and won by ordinary, everyday men and women that choose to serve. On Veteran’s Day we honor those men and women who at one time or another have chosen to leave behind their friends, their family, their jobs to protect and preserve our freedom.

Men and women from across Alabama have a long and tremendous impact on our military efforts overseas. That impact continues today, and I am so proud of their service. Our men and women bravely put themselves in harms way. We are inspired by their dedication, we’re encouraged by their bravery, and we’re thankful for how they serve our country with dignity and honor.

We are also thankful for the husbands, wife, sons and daughters, moms and the dads back here in Alabama who support their loved ones and share in the sacrifice that comes in serving this great country.

Contributions made by the veterans of our nation and our state are immeasurable. Honoring veterans shouldn’t be limited to just Veteran’s Day. I believe everyday we should give thanks for the freedoms we enjoy because of the service of our veterans. Veterans from every branch of service from any time and from any conflict deserve our support. Each conflict is unique, service members face challenges no matter where they are. When our service men and women were called to defend our freedoms, they didn’t ask questions, they simply answered the call to serve.

Today we honor you, and we share with you our gratitude. America would no be free, if it were not for our veterans. Thank You, and may God bless you.

– Gov. Robert Bentley

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