ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio)-

On this Veterans Day, Aberdeen Central High School hosted the annual Veterans Day ceremony to honor those who served in the military.

Aldersgate Church Pastor Mike Waldrop thanked veterans for allowing them the freedom of religion.

This year’s keynote speaker was Aberdeen School Board member Mark Murphy.  Murphy acknowledged not just the soldiers that served but their spouses as well.

Murphy credited veterans for providing safety and security for citizens.

Murphy told the audience the armed services are volunteered.

Murphy talked about the veterans belief in the American flag.

Murphy offered advice to the students about how importent it is to vote.

Veterans Day started as Armistice Day back in 1918 at the end of World War 1.  It officially became Veterans Day in 1954.