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BCF STUDENT SPEAKS AT VETERAN'S DAY CELEBRATION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 17, 2008
BCF sophomore Gerald Kirby speaks at the Annual Veteran's Day Celebration in Donalsonville, Georgia.
On November 11, 2008, Gerald Kirby, a sophomore at The Baptist College of Florida (BCF) in Graceville, spoke in Donalsonville, Georgia, at their Annual Veteran's Day Celebration. Kirby was asked to speak because of his service in the United States Air Force. Kirby served in the United States Air Force from 1990 to 2002. Speaking to a crowd of approximately 200 people, Kirby's speech was entitled "Heroes." He highlighted four of the unique characteristics of a hero: humility, courage, loyalty and honor.
"As I look out on this crowd today," stated Kirby to the veterans gathered, "I see heroes everywhere."
The service included an honorary laying of the wreath in front of the monument dedicated to all veterans who had served their country. "Taps" was also played in honor and memory of all of the men and women who gave their lives for their country.
"This has been a dream of mine for a long time," Kirby shared. "I have always wanted to tell my brothers and sisters of the Armed Forces how much their service meant to me. God has truly blessed me by giving me this opportunity."