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"Florida veterans will definitely feel that impact in a positive way."
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Gov. DeSantis introduced the program last year as a solution to the state's teacher shortage.
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U.S Amy Air Force Staff Sergeant William Wood was serving as the gunner on a B-24 Liberator in August of 1943 when his plane crashed after being hit by enemy anti-aircraft fire.
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The new laws are designed to do such things as provide tuition breaks for veterans and allow their military experience to count when applying for jobs in government and schools.
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Veterans' organizations conducted most of the solemn ceremonies
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Instead of its traditional location at the North Florida Fairgrounds, the single-site source of services for homeless and potentially homeless military veterans took up quarters in Florida A&M University's Lawson Center.
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The project, sponsored by the local and national AMVETS organization, was funded entirely by donations.
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Three local cemeteries saw gatherings of those honoring the fallen.
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Those with loved ones interred at the Tallahassee National Cemetery have spent the last few afternoons laying wreaths at their graves.
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In preparation for Hurricane Irma, several VA facilities in the North Florida and South Georgia areas will be closed Monday to local veterans. The North…