“Thank you for the hard work you did during the war. Same with our troops in the war right now doing hard work in Iraq.”

— Bill Knapp, janitor, Lawrence

“Though many people oppose Bush's policies, the same people may support the troops because they are standing up for what is right. The nation honors all those that serve on this day.”

— Alexis Reed, KU junior, Great Bend

“I respect men who laid down their lives for our country. That's what makes our country great. People are willing to die for freedom.”

— Billy Love, recent KU graduate, Las Vegas

“I'd like to thank the veterans for serving their country so I can appreciate the lifestyle I have now.”

— January Corn, Kansas Department of Transportation employee, Lawrence