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Best Of Social Media: The New England Patriots Honor Veterans Day

Robert Alvarez
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Nov 11, 2017 at 8:38 pm ET · 1 min read · 1.4k views
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As Veterans Day arrived on Saturday, current and former members of the New England Patriots made sure to thank the true Patriots of this country through a variety of social media tributes to those who serve. Social media provided a powerful and emotional look into the personal lives of a few members of the Patriots who have loved ones in the Armed Forces.

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Thank you to all those who have served our wonderful country!

— David Andrews (@dandrews61) November 11, 2017

Thank you veterans!

— James White (@SweetFeet_White) November 11, 2017

God bless America! Thank you to all the men and women who fight for our freedom. Blessings to you all and your families!

— Brandin Cooks (@brandincooks) November 11, 2017

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Former quarterback Drew Bledsoe also made a special return to New England to participate in a football game against local veterans to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project organization at Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood MA.

Drew Bledsoe flew 3,000 miles to honor & play football with vets. Some friends drove 2hrs to watch. Deeds > symbols.. pic.twitter.com/PFPulet20y

— Kenny Mayne (@Kenny_Mayne) November 11, 2017

Great time at Wounded Warriors @wwaft1 vs @Patriots alumni football game at Xavarian HS today. With @Kenny_Mayne and Heisman winner Joe Bellino. Drew Bledsoe here also #VeteransDayWeekend pic.twitter.com/MQeAc1OebU

— Tim Neverett (@TimNeverett) November 11, 2017

It was an honor to be there with a bunch of heroes! Fun too! Never thought I’d get sacked by a dude with no legs!! https://t.co/wsgGPxcA39

— Drew Bledsoe (@DrewBledsoe) November 11, 2017

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