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Vet News: Veterans Advantage to Participate in 2011 New York City Veterans Day Parade

September 30, 2011

WeSalute News

Once again, Veterans Advantage will be participating in the New York City Veterans Day parade, the largest one in the country – and is calling on its members to participate.

On 11/11/11, the 10^th Anniversary of Veterans Day since the 9/11 attacks on America, Veterans Advantage staff, VIPs and fellow members will be marching with our float along the historic parade route on New York’s Fifth Avenue.

Members are invited to attend with us! If you can be in the area, please send an email to indicating your interest in attending, and your contact information so we can follow up with details on how to participate.

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