Veterans Day Statement

The Following Statement Can Be Attributed to Lawrence, IN Mayor Deb Whitfield Regarding Veterans Day

“On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor and give thanks to all brave men and women who have served us in our Nation’s Armed Forces. 

Here in Lawrence, a decommissioned Army base, Veterans Day has especially poignancy as our community is proud to have a larger than average number of veterans among our citizenry. That is why I am proud to have partnered with the Indiana American Legion to host a dedicated Department Service Officer right here at our Government Center to assist local veterans with accessing benefits, highlighting Lawrence’s deep ties to the former Fort Benjamin Harrison Army base. 

Let us take time this day to honor and thank all our brave Vets for their brave service to our Nation.”