Georgia honors more than 700,000 veterans at annual Veterans Day ceremony

Georgia held its annual Veterans Day ceremony at the State Capitol, bringing together veterans, their families, and state leaders to honor those who have served.

Gov. Brian Kemp welcomed those attending and recognized the more than 700,000 veterans who call Georgia home.

The ceremony is part of the state’s annual Veterans Day observance honoring veterans for their service and sacrifice.

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Kemp also highlighted the work service members continue to do both overseas and here at home, including responding to recent flooding in North Georgia.

“Most people have no idea every day that our troops are on the ground all over the world and here at home, including since early this morning serving those that were affected by the flash floods and overnight flooding up in North Georgia,” Kemp said.