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| Congressman Miller welcomes WWII veterans at the inaugural Emerald Coast Honor Flight |
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| Honor Flight A Proud Event |
(Posted: 05/06/08)
Congratulations to all involved with the Emerald Coast Honor Flight. Such heartwarming endeavors don't come along often, but by all accounts it was a huge success.
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The picture of aging World War II veterans, visiting their service's memorial in Washington, D.C., and receiving the thanks and acclamation of their fellow citizens for their long-ago answer to the call of service is something we can all cherish.
Particular thanks are due to those who made it possible.
That includes Rep. Jeff Miller, R-Chumuckla, who conceived of and pushed the idea of the Emerald Coast Honor Flight as part of the national Honor Flight program, and served as honorary chairman of the board o... (more)
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