WHITEFIELD — On Sunday, ten local veterans were honored with Quilts of Valor during the 20th ceremony of the Sew Far North Quilts of Valor group at the American Legion Post 41.
“A Quilt of Valor is an expression of gratitude meant to comfort and thank you for your service while serving our nation,” said QOV member Karen Locke. “We understand your commitment and acknowledgment that freedom is not free. We can never know the extent of your sacrifice while keeping us safe. On behalf of the American people, the Quilt of Valor says that your service to our country is honored. The quilt is a reminder that those of us who quilt them are remembering all who made the sacrifice of service and it is our way of offering comfort and thanking them.”
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