Governor Proclaims Military Appreciation Month 2022

WHEREAS, for generations, North Carolinians have proudly served our nation during times of conflict and peace; and

WHEREAS, our brave servicemen and women, their families, and their loved ones have made immeasurable sacrifices to protect the freedoms we enjoy; and

WHEREAS, today North Carolina’s military presence is the fifth largest in the nation, and has a total economic impact of over $66 billion annually on our state; and

WHEREAS, North Carolina is home to more than 100,000 active-duty military personnel and their families, 725,000 military veterans, and 21,000 National Guard and Reserve call this state home; and

WHEREAS, these servicemembers and veterans are true leaders in our communities who impart courage, honor, valor, and dignity to their fellow North Carolinians; and

WHEREAS, it is our responsibility this month and throughout the year, to honor, support, and recognize our North Carolina service members and veterans, and remember with deep gratitude those who have given their lives in defense of our freedom;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROY COOPER, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim May, 2022, as “MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH” in North Carolina, and commend its observance to all citizens.