Today was a somber occasion for veterans and active duty military who took the time to remember those who have fought for our country's freedom.  The Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens honored veterans today with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Washingtons' Tomb. Steeped in tradition, this ceremony is held annually by the Estate in conjunction with the General George Washington chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution and the Kate Waller Barrett Chapter of the Daughters ofthe American Revolution. The well-attended ceremony honors the sacrifice made by veterans and the accomplishments of …

The food was cooked to perfection, the entertainment was spot-on, and the décor was patriotic and festive.  While it may come across that way, it was not a professional event; it was a student-run Veteran's Day luncheon at Mount Vernon High School. Many veterans turned out for the event including a former Mount Vernon High School teacher and World War II vet and a man who spent more than seven years as a P.O.W. in Vietnam. Mount Vernon High School Principal Nardos King is a military spouse, and this year on Veteran's Day, she decided to honor those who have served with a student-run …

Over the last week, residents in communities across the United States have celebrated Veterans Day through a variety of events, from special ceremonies and events to parades. Following tradition, Washington Mill Elementary School (WMES) joined the rest of the country in paying tribute to veterans by hosting its annual Veterans Day Breakfast last Thursday. WMES military families and veterans representing all five branches of the armed services joined together for a hearty breakfast and celebration of Veterans Day in the school's library. The school staff provided a "red, white and blue" …

William and Mary College in Williamsburg, Virginia, will honor former Mount Vernon resident, the late Lt. Lewis B. Puller, Jr., today when officials will name a veterans' legal clinic after the Vietnam War Marine officer and Pulitzer Prize winner. "Lewis B. Puller, Jr., embodied the courage and strength of our young soldiers," said Law School Dean Davison M. Douglas.   "In his memory, the Lewis B. Puller, Jr., Veterans Benefits Clinic will be here to serve those who, like Lewis, served our country so faithfully.  We are proud to be able to honor one of our own on November 11 and to have the …