July 10, 2011 11:34 pm

Traveling Memorial Honors Fallen Soldiers

A traveling memorial has been unveiled, honoring the fallen military men and women of New York. The names of more than 260 servicemen and women from the Empire State are engraved on gold plates on six walls. Members of the “never forget foundation” hosted a brunch and ceremony for family members who lost loved ones in fighting overseas. At the same time many are focused on helping troops who return from war and need help. One major hurdle they face is finding employment. In Midtown Sunday, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced a proposal to require servicemen and women to take job skills training before leaving the military. Katherine Creag reports.

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