Over 30 veterans from West Virginia recently took a trip to Washington, D.C., to tour the war memorials and share stories about their experiences. The trip was called the Veteran Appreciation Tour, and it included veterans who served in World War II, the Vietnam War and the Korean War.
The event was sponsored by American Destinations Inc. and took the veterans through national landmarks like Arlington National Cemetery, the Vietnam War Memorial and the Korean War Memorial. Participants got to witness several different wreath laying ceremonies during their travels.
Many of the former servicemembers who went on the trip were eager to share their experiences in combat with fellow veterans. They talked about the people they had served with and what it was like when they returned home.
"All I can say is, I'm very proud to have served during this time, with these people," a veteran told WBOY 12 News upon his visit to the Korean War Memorial.
The trip was free for veterans due to the generous donation of local sponsors. The group departed from the Clarksburg VFW on Oct. 1 and is expected to share their thoughts on the tour upon return.