My father, a veteran of World War II, made sure we never missed our town's #VeteransDay parade. Even as a kid, I was moved to see older men marching with a limp. Honoring them was not only about valor and victory; it meant recognizing that they carried a burden for my freedom.
As we mark the opening of the National Native American Veterans Memorial at our @SmithsonianNMAI, we recognize the sacrifice of those who served recently and long ago. The memorial asks us to consider what service means in our own lives. #NNAVM https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/secretary-lonnie-bunch-new-memorial-native-american-veterans-180976042
Secretary Lonnie Bunch on the New Memorial to Native American Veterans

Located in front of the National Museum of the American Indian, the sculpture reminds us of the true burden of freedom

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/secretary-lonnie-bunch-new-memorial-native-american-veterans-180976042
Join us today for a virtual program from @SmithsonianNMAI honoring the service and sacrifice of Native veterans and their families. #NNAVM https://s.si.edu/38ys5Jy 

📸: Alan Karchmer for the National Museum of the American Indian
From our #BecauseOfHerStory team, learn about some of the Native American women who overcame barriers and received accolades for their service. #VeteransDay #NNAVM https://womenshistory.si.edu/news/2020/11/learn-about-native-womens-military-service-national-native-american-veterans-memorial
Learn about Native Women’s Military Service as National Native American Veterans Memorial Opens

This Veteran's Day, the Smithsonian will open a memorial to recognize the exceptional service performed by American Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native veterans.

https://womenshistory.si.edu/news/2020/11/learn-about-native-womens-military-service-national-native-american-veterans-memorial
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