Leon County, American Legion Honor Veterans With 14th Annual Operation Thank You Breakfast
Today, Leon County Government and American Legion Sauls-Bridges Post 13 hosted the annual Operation Thank You community breakfast to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans of the United States Armed Forces. In a gesture of gratitude, Leon County commissioners, County staff, American Legion members and community volunteers served breakfast to local veterans and their families in attendance.
“A hot breakfast will never repay what our veterans gave this country, but it lets us look them in the eye and say thank you,” said Leon County Commission Chairman Christian Caban. “The two veterans we honored today show that service does not end with the uniform. Both have spent years making sure their fellow veterans are remembered and supported, and Leon County is better for it.”
Each year, Leon County takes the opportunity to recognize veterans and veteran organizations for their continued service in our community. As part of this year’s celebration, the County presented two Veterans Day proclamations honoring Spc. Joseph West, U.S. Army, and retired Master Sgt. Raymond Miller, U.S. Marine Corps.
“Operation Thank You is an important annual tradition that brings our community together to honor the men and women who have served our country,” said Leon County Administrator Vincent S. Long. “It reflects the County’s deep appreciation for our veterans and demonstrates our commitment to recognizing their service not just on a single day, but throughout the year.”
Since 2012, Leon County has held Operation Thank You events annually, giving the community an opportunity to thank the brave men and women who have served or are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. The Operation Thank You breakfast is one of the community’s largest events to show appreciation for the many veterans who call Leon County home.
“American Legion Sauls-Bridges Post 13 is thankful for the continued opportunity to partner with Leon County Government to host the Operation Thank You community breakfast,” said Post 13 Commander Dennis Hall. “We open our doors for this breakfast because no veteran should ever feel forgotten.”
Leon County remains committed to supporting local veterans all year long with services and programs offered by the Leon County Division of Veteran Services. The Division helps veterans and their dependents secure the benefits they earned through honorable military service and advocates for veterans’ interests in the community. During fiscal year 2026, the Division helped Leon County veterans receive more than $42 million in benefits. To learn more, visit LeonCountyFL.gov/Veterans.
For more information, contact Mathieu Cavell, Leon County Community and Media Relations, at 850-606-5300 / CMR@LeonCountyFL.gov.
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