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Vail Mountain School students stand in respect as the folding of the school flag is led by Seth Molina, of Vail. Another flag was raised for the day in honor of veteran and former VMS student Randy Gonzales. Townsend Bessent | townsend@vaildaily.com |
U.S. Marine Corps veteran Daniel Riley answers questions from Vail Mountain School students after a Veterans Day presentation in the school's theater in Vail on Tuesday. Daniel spoke to the students about his experiences in the military, including the loss of both of his legs. Townsend Bessent | townsend@vaildaily.com |
U.S. Navy Retired Lt. John Krueger gives a heartfelt speach at the 10th annual Veterans Day service in Freedom Park on Tuesday. Krueger served nine years in the U.S. Navy. Townsend Bessent | townsend@vaildaily.com |
U.S. Air Force Retired Col. Jim Kleckner, of Minturn, says a few words about his experience in the armed forces. Many veterans were publicly honored for their service during the ceremony. Townsend Bessent | townsend@vaildaily.com |