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Two Veterans In Reno Say They’ve Finally Had A Proper Homecoming | KUNR

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Fifty-one Vietnam veterans recently received a warm welcome in Reno after taking a trip with the Honor Flight Nevada program. Some of these veterans received thanks for the very first time, more than 40 years after their service. In honor of Veterans Day, Reno Public Radio’s Marcus Lavergne has this special report

As veterans walked down Reno’s airport terminal to baggage claim, they were greeted by applause and kind words from strangers, friends and family.

Honor Flight sent the veterans to Washington D.C. where they visited national memorials dedicated to the U.S. military.

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