Tuesday, November 11, was Veterans Day—a day to honor the brave men and women who’ve served. For a group of Korean and Vietnam War veterans, the occasion became unforgettable thanks to a surprise they never expected.
Veterans traveling to Washington, DC through the Honor Flight Network, a non-profit that flies heroes to visit monuments and memorials, touched down from Madison, Wisconsin—only to be greeted by former President Barack Obama himself.
As the veterans disembarked, Obama appeared onboard the plane and addressed them over the intercom. His message was simple, heartfelt, and unforgettable:
“Hello, everybody. As we approach Veterans Day, I wanted to stop by and just say thank you for your extraordinary service. To you, your family, the sacrifices that all of you made to protect our country is something that will always be honored, and we are very grateful.”
The veterans’ reactions were priceless. Smiles, applause, and heartfelt cheers filled the cabin. Many were clearly moved by the former president’s personal recognition of their service.
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