Gold Star families love America 'passionately': Lessons from nonprofit's commemorative journey

Project RELO, which pays tribute to America's fallen service members and commemorates those lost to suicide, embarked on a journey to listen to Americans and Gold Star families.

Additionally, the 22 days of journeying was done in honor of the 22 veterans who commit suicide every day in this country.The cross-country adventure began on Aug. 21, 2022, in East Lansing, Michigan, with a grand sendoff by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer — and a police escort.They hauled a trailer with a built-in recording studio.They made stops along the way, talking with everyday Americans and listening to the stories of Gold Star family members.

"And the service members who have lost brothers and sisters in arms, they’re still serving — even though they could’ve gotten out," he said. Two Patriot Guard Riders of Florida admire the Task Force Tribute trailer on Sept. 7, 2022, before escorting the group to Pensacola, Florida.The Patriot Guard Riders of Florida, a group that escorted the Task Force Tribute, have ridden over 240 rides to escort a veteran to their final resting place.

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