Montowese Elementary School honored local veterans this week with a luncheon and opportunity to speak with the students about their experiences.

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Citizen photo by Kyle Swartz

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Luigi's Pizza donated pizza and bread for the veterans' luncheon, including this special pizza made up to look like the American flag.

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Citizen photo by Kyle Swartz

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Each veteran was given a handmade card made by first grade students at Clintonville Elementary School.

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Veteran Walter Husnak demonstrates an authentic, inflatable World War II Air Force life vest.

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Veterans visited Montowese School to share their experiences with students.

Veterans are frequently recognized for their service by older generations, but it's more difficult to forge a bond with younger people who may not fully understand their significance.

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Charles Theriault and Clifton Hartman enjoy a luncheon given in their honor at Montowese School this week. The veterans spent time in classrooms talking to students about their experiences.