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Secretary of the State Susan Bysiewicz will honor close to 60 World War II veterans from North Haven at a Public Service Awards ceremony Tuesday September 16, 2008 at North Haven High School. This marks the 59th Public Service Award presentation to veterans of World War II by the Office of the Secretary of the State. “After summoning the courage to defeat tyranny, our World War II veterans had the courage and strength to change our country for the better,” Bysiewicz said, “They did it without great fanfare – without seeking recognition – never asking to be honored. Today we salute them as the greatest generation.” Secretary Bysiewicz will present each veteran with an award in recognition of their service during the Second World War and invite the veterans to share their stories with friends and family attending the event. The North Haven ceremony starts at 4:00 p.m. at 222 Elm Street in North Haven. Tuesday’s event is part of an on-going effort by the Secretary of the State’s Office to recognize volunteers and public servants. The Office of the Secretary of the State Public Service Awards Program began in 2001. Since then, the office has honored more than 16,000 people in Connecticut for their commitment to public service, including elected officials, professional firefighters, volunteer coaches, community and youth volunteers, board and commission members, emergency service workers and elections officials. © Copyright by StamfordPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of StamfordPlus.com, Stamford Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: Bysiewicz to honor Trumbull World War II veterans - Sep 19, 2008 - 4:58 PM Bysiewicz applauds U.S. House of Representatives passage of Veterans Voting Support Act - Sep 18, 2008 - 4:15 PM Connecticut’s own Ray Allen to bring Celtics trophy to Hartford - Sep 17, 2008 - 10:42 AM Bysiewicz to honor Bristol World War II veterans - Sep 15, 2008 - 10:47 AM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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