Salute to Veterans
A Publication of est. 1851
November 10, 2018
In gratitude to Bureau County veterans Bureau County has a strong history of service to America
A
n admirable trait found in Bureau County is the number of its residents who, over the years, have served in the military. One look at today’s Salute to Veterans section confirms it. The names and faces of more than 1,100 men and women in arms appear inside this publication, which was coordinated by Associate Editor Rita Roberts. Some of these servicemen and servicewomen paid the ultimate price in defense of America’s freedom and liberty. Their sacrifice must never be forgotten. Many of these veterans returned from duty and resumed their civilian lives. But some might bear physical or
emotional scars or disabilities from their experiences. Their sacrifices must
never be forgotten, either. Looking through the pages of Salute to Veterans, readers will find the names and faces of family members, friends, neighbors, acquaintances, people they knew of only by name, and others whom they never met. Some of these veterans served recently, while others served a century ago. Coincidentally, Veterans Day on Sunday marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I, in which more than 80 Bureau County residents lost their lives. With gratitude, the Bureau County Republican produces this annual special section in conjunction with Veterans Day to remind readers of area men and women who put their lives on the line to defend our country and its people. We are in their debt. Let their deeds and sacrifices never be forgotten.