Governor Recognizes Veterans Day In North Dakota

Press Release

In accordance with a proclamation issued by the President, Gov. John Hoeven is encouraging North Dakotans to observe Veterans Day, November 11, by honoring the contributions of veterans and those currently serving at home and abroad through ceremonies and patriotic activities, and by displaying the American and North Dakota flags.

"Our veterans and servicemen and women represent the very best of our state and nation, serving with honor and distinction, and making sacrifices that most of us cannot begin to imagine," said Hoeven. "On Veterans Day, we pay tribute to all who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces, honor the heroes we have lost and recognize those who are currently defending the ideals of our great nation."

Hoeven will honor North Dakota's veterans and servicemen and women on Veterans Day, November 11, at a ceremony beginning at 11 a.m. in the main arena of the Fargo Civic Center, located at 4th Street and 2nd Avenue in downtown Fargo. Prior to the ceremony, Hoeven will march in a Veterans Day parade from the Great Northern Depot, located at 4th Avenue North and 5th Street in Fargo, to the Civic Center beginning at 10:30 a.m.

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