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Obama Surprises Wisconsin Veterans, Honoring Their Sacrifices
11/12/2025
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- Barack Obama, 44th U.S. president, surprised 79 Wisconsin veterans upon their arrival in Washington, D.C., for Veterans Day on November 11, 2025.
- Obama said, "The sacrifices that all of you made to protect our country will be honored today and every day."
- Veterans reacted with disbelief and emotion.
- Army veteran Joe Parr noted overwhelming support from well-wishers.
- Navy veteran Mary Quigley emphasized acknowledging veterans' sacrifices, contrasting it with past neglect.
