military veterans

The six VFW posts comprising Florida's District 2 are: Bristol, Jasper, Monticello, Quincy, Perry and Tallahassee.

"Florida veterans will definitely feel that impact in a positive way."

Gov. DeSantis introduced the program last year as a solution to the state's teacher shortage.

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.

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.

Veterans' organizations conducted most of the solemn ceremonies

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.

The project, sponsored by the local and national AMVETS organization, was funded entirely by donations.

Three local cemeteries saw gatherings of those honoring the fallen.

Those with loved ones interred at the Tallahassee National Cemetery have spent the last few afternoons laying wreaths at their graves.