Veterans now battling apathy

The Albany area has been the site of a military base from every major branch of the service. There is still a Marine base that has been here since 1953. If you go to other cities with a base nearby, Veterans Day parades and events are a big thing. They even have a parade in Panama City, offer discounts during the weekend, not only through Applebees and Golden Corral, but other local establishments that offer meals and free car washes.

The Broad Street bridge, that is about to be torn down and rebuilt, was dedicated to World War I Dougherty County veterans in 1920 and will be rebuilt and dedicated again to those who have served since. I have heard that many years ago there used to be a major parade commemorating Veterans Day. Schools, bands and veteran