Veterans Day 2007: A Message from Governor Chris Gregoire and First Mike

For Immediate Release: November 9, 2007

�Veterans Day is devoted to the respect and remembrance of America�s finest � our men and women in uniform, past and present.

�These men and women, who have risked their lives to defend our freedom and way of life, are our greatest heroes.

�Many Washington families have loved ones who have served - or are serving - in the Armed Forces. I hope you will join us as we send our thoughts and prayers to these families and their loved ones, not just in Washington but also across the nation. Their legacy is one that reaches across Washington, our great nation and the world.�

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First Gentleman Mike Gregoire was in the United States Army from 1968 � 1971, serving in Vietnam from 1970 � 1971.