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Haywood veteran honored at pinning ceremony

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Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Francis “Jack” James was recognized on June 26 by the “We Honor Veterans” program for his years of military service. 

He served overseas in the Army from 1944 to 1946. This program is a partnership of the Veteran’s Administration and Haywood Regional Medical Center Hospice and serves to honor veterans under Hospice care. The ceremony took place in his home on June 26 and he received a pin, a certificate, and a red, white and blue quilt in appreciation for his service.

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