Dublin VA Medical Center honors veterans during annual ceremony

Veterans representing several generations and military branches gathered to recognize their shared service and the support of military families.

DUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Veterans representing different generations and branches of the military gathered Tuesday at the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin for an annual ceremony honoring their service ahead of Veterans Day.

Following the national anthem, retired service members spoke about the bonds formed through military service. They also discussed the benefits and hardships of serving, including the challenges of military conflicts and adjusting to life after returning home.

Retired Marine Sgt. Maj. Erik Housman, one of the speakers, said veterans share a bond that spans generations.

“Korean War veteran, World War II veteran, Vietnam veteran,” Housman said. “Across the gamut, all veterans will come together, and they will talk to each other more than they will talk to anybody else. Any time I can get into a room full of veterans, I wanna be there.”

Housman also mentioned the importance of veterans’ families. He said their role includes supporting loved ones during deployments, waiting for their return and understanding their military service.