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[See image gallery at www.algona.com] Robert Becker’s son reminded us of the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day when he gave the keynote address at last week’s Veterans Day observance held on a blissfully beautiful Wednesday morning at the Chickasaw County Veterans Memorial. “Those who did not return are remembered on Memorial Day,” said Dr. Todd Becker, a longtime dentist in New Hampton who retired in 2020. “We are here on Veterans Day to recognize all military veterans who have served honorably and to focus on thanking the living veterans.” Keynote speaker Todd Becker shares his thoughts during New Hampton’s Veterans Day program that was held on Wednesday at the Chickasaw County Veterans Memorial.

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