Peters Recognizes Veterans Day

Statement

Today, U.S. Representative Gary Peters (MI-14) recognized the service and sacrifices of the men and women who have proudly served our nation. Peters' statement honoring Veterans Day follows:

"As we celebrate Veterans Day, we recognize and honor the brave men and women who answered the call of duty to serve our country. Our veterans served our nation with distinguished honor and a selfless commitment to keeping Americans safe. Their service, their leadership and their sacrifices are an inspiration and a reminder that we must keep our promises when they return home. This Veterans Day, let's remember the many sacrifices our veterans and their families made in the name of freedom, and renew our commitment to look after our veterans after their service has ended."

The son of a World War II veteran, Peters served in the U.S. Navy Reserve for more than a decade, becoming a Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist and rising to the rank of Lieutenant Commander.

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