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Connecticut honors veterans on Veterans Day

Read tributes from officials across the state, thanking veterans for their service

Credit: AP

A field of flags fly in honor of those who served in advance of Veterans Day at the green at Fort Square, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, in Quincy, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

HARTFORD, Conn — Governor Ned Lamont participated in a Veterans Day wreath laying ceremony Wednesday afternoon at the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown.

The governor, along with police departments and other officials across the state have expressed their thanks to veterans on this Veterans Day.

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They represent the best of our country and we thank each of them for the service they’ve provided to every one of us. On this #VeteransDay, I encourage everyone in Connecticut to take time out of your day and thank all veterans who bravely and honorably served. 🇺🇸🙏
— Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) November 11, 2020

Today is #VeteransDay2020. Thank you to all of our military heroes who have sacrificed so much to safeguard our freedoms and keep us safe. Veterans selflessly and bravely put everything on the line for their community, state, and country. For that, we can never thank them enough. pic.twitter.com/aAe921nMuV
— Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz (@LGSusanB) November 11, 2020

With the pandemic still in full swing, we aren't able to come together this year to celebrate our heroes as we once did. However, this shouldn't stop us from recognizing their sacrifice and thank them for their service. To all veterans past and present: Happy #VeteransDay! pic.twitter.com/UnuAXcXsQ2
— CT National Guard (@CTNationalGuard) November 11, 2020

Our service is possible because of yours. Thank you.

"Never was so much owed by so many to so few." –Winston Churchill pic.twitter.com/RxHe5VM61t
— Tolland Alert (@TollandAlert) November 11, 2020

Today we salute those who served our country. pic.twitter.com/VaJeKXozY0
— Hartford Police CT (@HartfordPolice) November 11, 2020

Today we would like to thank and honor all Veterans. A special thank you to all of our current, former, honorary, and distinguish service members who have served and who are currently serving. Thank you all for the sacrifices you have made to protect and serve our country! pic.twitter.com/bTI9Kye1n9
— Tolland Alert (@TollandAlert) November 11, 2020

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— CT State Police (@CT_STATE_POLICE) November 11, 2020

Happy Veteran's Day and thank you to all who have served our country! Our Honor Guard will be participating in a brief ceremony at Veteran's Memorial Park (575 Pleasant Valley Road) at 11AM. pic.twitter.com/lRKcvjl8Lk
— South Windsor Police Department PIO (@SWPD_PIO) November 11, 2020

The West Hartford Police Department would like to thank all those who have served in our Armed Forces. We Salute You! pic.twitter.com/RwzZp5jZhm
— West Hartford Police (@WestHartfordPD) November 11, 2020

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