A group of veterans received a hero’s welcome Wednesday from students at Williamstown High School in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
The veterans were treated to breakfast with the students and the school was decorated with photos and messages thanking them for their service.
Students then lined the hallways of the high school to cheer them on.
From there, the vets headed out for a flyover from a Blackhawk helicopter before boarding buses to travel to Washington, D.C., to see some of the country’s war memorials through a program called Honor Flight, which aims to help veterans ‘to give a day of honor’. memorials of our nation.”
“I was very grateful,” said one vet. “It’s not often that we, Vietnam veterans, are applauded like this.”
“This was a very overwhelming experience,” said another. “It’s something that’s unforgettable.”
When the veterans return from Washington, they are welcomed with a block party and dinner at the school.
Honor Flight is free for veterans.
Ross Di Mattei
