COLORADO SPRINGS — Veterans from Southern Colorado are preparing for the trip of a lifetime this upcoming weekend.
Each year, Honor Flight of Southern Colorado takes veterans from Southern Colorado to the nation's capital for a three-day all-expenses paid trip.
On their journey, veterans will get the opportunity to visit the memorials in Washington DC dedicated to their service in World War II, and the Korean and Vietnam wars.
This year, a total of 27 veterans will be joining Honor Flight 19. Thursday, the veterans will gather at the Colorado Springs Christian School and you are invited to attend the send-off at 9 a.m.
Organizers encourage you to bring signs, flags, and a good spirit to send these veterans off on a journey they won't forget.
The veterans are expected to arrive in Washington D.C. Thursday evening and will be visiting the many memorials, museums, and other attractions that the nation's capital has to offer.
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