20 Years Later: WNC Iraq War veterans reflect on their service

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"We are very proud of his service and dedication to his country, but losing him was the hardest thing I have ever done," says Anne Adkins, a Gold Star Mother.

"I didn't think twice about serving — it was something I had to do," says Ted Minnick.

"I would argue that thanking someone for their service is completely appropriate when coming from a place of authenticity," says Kevin Rumley.

To mark the 20th anniversary of the start of the Iraq War, Xpress sat down with six local veterans to reflect on their experiences, their return to civilian life and…

"My experiences in Iraq and working in veteran services has made me staunchly antiwar, as I have seen the negative consequences and destruction armed conflict leaves in its wake," says…

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Ivan Sarabia reflects on his time in basic training and Afghanistan, as well as his life after serving overseas.

"My Air Force years broadened my horizons geographically and intellectually, brought me lifelong friends and the love of my life," says local resident Monica Walsh Blankenship.

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"After hearing that you served in the military, civilians sometimes tend to close the conversation loop, not sure of how to proceed or where the conversation will lead," says Ellis…

Some veterans find it difficult to adjust after military service. They might lack skills that lead to civilian jobs, and in some cases, that leads to homelessness. Recognizing those challenges,…

Brevard military museum doesn't gloss over war's lingering human toll.

Alan Yeck discusses his family's long history of service and what it means to serve.

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