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first_reported: 2026-11-11 14:09 EST
updated: 2026-11-11 14:09 EST
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# Smithfield, Surry hold Veterans Day ceremonies

Smithfield's Veterans Day ceremony drew at least 100 attendees, with retired Army Maj. Gen. Ken Bowra as guest speaker. Surry also held a ceremony honoring a Tuskegee Airman.

Section: [Culture & Events](/hampton-roads/section/life.md) · Entities: [Ken Bowra](/hampton-roads/wiki/ken-bowra.md)

## Coverage

- [The Smithfield Times](https://www.smithfieldtimes.com/news/gallery-smithfield-honors-veterans-3bc54891), 2026-11-11 14:09 EST: Gallery – Smithfield, Surry honor veterans

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