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Iowa veterans observe "POW-MIA" day

September 20, 1999 By admin

The Iowa National Guard and the Veterans Administration are hosting aspecial ceremony today at Camp Dodge near Johnston to mark the national”POW-MIA Day.” Iowa Guard spokesman Colonel Robert King says its a time tohonor the military veterans that served time as prisoners of war andremember those who’ve never been found. Iowa Veteran Larry Anderson is the featured speaker.King says many veterans who were prisoners of war use the day as a reunion.They gather to talk about their shared experiences — something King says isan important way to remember the sacrafices the veterans put forth.King says there are many Iowans who will never get to share their stories.The ceremony begins today at 11 o’clock in the STARC Armory.

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