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The following speeches are designed for informational purposes or for your use as you plan for events such as Memorial Day and Veterans Day, and speaking engagements for general audiences.

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Department Convention Speech 2024

Memorial Day Speech 2023

Independence Day Speech 2023

Veterans Day Speech 2023

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