Veterans and their families gathered at Veterans Park in Alice Tuesday, Nov. 11, to honor those who served and remember those who continue to serve the country.

The ceremony brought together veterans from every military branch, creating a meaningful tribute to their service and sacrifice. Alice community honors veterans at special ceremony in Veterans Park

Silvestre Rodriguez, a Marine veteran who enlisted in 1990 and served in Desert Storm and Desert Shield, reflected on the purpose of military service.

"The Armed Forces is to protect our land. To protect the United States, the nation. I know there's always conflicts," Rodriguez said.

Rodriguez now helps other veterans at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8621. He finds the ceremonies emotionally moving as he sees fellow veterans, partic

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