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What is a veteran?

Webster’s New World College Dictionary defines a veteran as a person “who has served in the armed forces” or an alternative definition is an “old, experienced soldier, especially one who served in time of war.”

My father was a veteran. I have aunts, uncles, cousins who are veterans. I am proud of their service. I am thankful for their service. During Veterans Day an...