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The Unsung Service of Military Dependents | Virginia Beach News
When the USS Harry S. Truman docked after an eight-month deployment, it wasn’t just sailors returning home—it was families, children, and dependents who’ve quietly carried the weight of military life. Growing up in constant motion, these kids build resilience from childhood, often unseen but deeply essential. While veterans are celebrated for their service, their dependents—forgotten in the spotlight—also sacrifice daily, anchoring the mission with quiet strength. The author, a dependent turned observer, urges us to recognize them too: when you thank a veteran, don’t forget the ones standing…
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