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Obama Honors 79 Veterans with Surprise Challenge Coins

11/11/2025

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Barack Obama surprised 79 veterans from the Korean and Vietnam wars upon their arrival in Washington, D.C. during Veterans Day weekend, presenting them with Presidential Challenge Coins.
Obama stated, "To all those who bravely served our country, thank you."
The Honor Flight Network has served over 317,000 veterans in its 20 years of operation.
Joe Parr said he was moved to tears by the support.

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Barack Obama surprised 79 veterans from the Korean and Vietnam wars upon their arrival in Washington, D.C. during Veterans Day weekend, presenting them with Presidential Challenge Coins.
Obama stated, "To all those who bravely served our country, thank you."
The Honor Flight Network has served over 317,000 veterans in its 20 years of operation.
Joe Parr said he was moved to tears by the support.