What Veteran Would You Like to Thank?

This Veterans Day, I'd like to share a little of my story with you. If you know me, you already know that I am a veteran.

I joined the military in 1999, when I was 17, and served in the Army Reserve until 2008. My unit, the 341st Military Police Company, out of San Jose, was deployed in March of 2003 — one of the first boots-on-the-ground units. I am honored to have worn the uniform, and to have served with some of the bravest, strongest soldiers out there.

But today isn't about me — this Veterans Day, I'd like to use this forum to thank all the other veterans and servicemembers who have served our country.

Do you have a memory of a vet? Maybe it's your mom or dad, or your brother or sister? Maybe a high school friend? Did you serve in the military? I'd love to hear your story — simply email it to angela.hart@patch.com or comment on this article.

I've shared a video from my unit, to the right, put together by a fellow soldier. It's raw, but it's a snapshot of our time out there.