In this issue, we call upon all of 

our readers to join us in offering 

our gratitude to all branches of 

the Armed Forces who protect 

and serve America today as well 

as those veterans whose years of 

guarding our nation have come 

to a close. For their selflessness, 

words are not enough. To the 

family members who stand 

beside them, we also extend 

our thanks—without you to 

keep the home front strong and 

their morale rallied, our service 

members would feel the full 

burden of the battle lines. In as 

much as we can, and in as many 

ways that we can, we hope that 

photo by

 Donald Watson

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