On November 10, 2011 the University of Mississippi held its annual Veteran's Day ceremony at the Paris Yates Chapel on campus to pay respect for millions of soldiers nation wide. This event on campus made it possible for every to come and support the cause. Hundreds of students and members of the Armed Forces came out.
"I love that Veteran's Day, [formerly known as Armistice Day] gets celebrated here on campus, says Ashley Liggins, a freshman. "I really gain insight of the Armed Forces and the ceremony helps me understand our current situation with the war.
Major Rhea Tannehill, a 17 year member of the National Guard gave a speech which encouraged voting and recognizing veterans from all over. Singing from the UM's Male Glee choir also made the night patriotic.
"This whole ceremony is important because it lets me know that Ole Miss as a campus is recognizing Veteran's Day and the soldiers who have served before us and now. It also shows what we give up for our country," ROTC student Chrisitian Runyon says.
"I'm really proud of Ole Miss for what it's been doing with Veteran's Day and it makes me proud of being an alumni here," Major Tannehill says with a smile.
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