Happy Veterans Day! Gratitude to America's Veterans: 250 Years of Freedom Through Sacrifice For more than 250 years, the freedom we enjoy as Americans has come at a tremendous price. Since the birth of our nation in 1776, generations of brave men and women have answered the call to serve, standing ready to defend our country, protect our liberties, and preserve the freedoms that define America. Our veterans represent courage, honor, dedication, and selfless sacrifice. Many le