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

Robert Alvarez

3 years ago at 9:43 am ET

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Monday marked Veterans Day in the United States, and current and former members of the New England Patriots took time to honor the true Patriots with appreciation and reflection posts over social media.

Check out some of the best photos and messages below.

From everyone at PatsFans, we thank you all for your service and sacrifice.

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Football can seem very important around here, which makes days like today, where we honor all the service men and women who selflessly defend our freedom and rights, even more important. At the end of the day we play a game, and it wouldn’t be possible without the real heroes. Men and women who risk their lives in defense of others they’ve never met. To our nations Veterans, we are grateful for your discipline, your bravery, your sacrifice and your selflessness. Today and everyday… thank you.

A post shared by Tom Brady (@tombrady) on Nov 11, 2019 at 7:40am PST

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Happy Born Day to our big bro 11/10 and happy Veterans Day as well…thanks for being an awesome big bro and your service…appreciate you and all the men and women who sacrifice for everyone

A post shared by Jason+Devin McCourty (@mccourtytwins) on Nov 11, 2019 at 9:28am PST

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It is with utmost gratitude and sincerity we honor the men and women who serve this country with their all and remember the family and friends who sacrifice along with them. Thank you for your courage, perseverance, valor and strength. May you feel appreciated not only today, but everyday, for answering the call. Have a safe and blessed Veterans Day!

A post shared by benjaminswatson (@benjaminswatson) on Nov 11, 2019 at 8:28am PST

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We are grateful to all who made that sacrifice to serve our country..
Thank you!!! pic.twitter.com/GiPXv8pXF7

— Andre Tippett (@AndreTippett) November 11, 2019

Ed Boydston. Business degree. Then enlisted in the Navy, rising to Naval Captain. Served on a number of ships, staffs—including that of Adm Chester Nimitz at CINPAC, Guam. Naval War College graduate, Newport, RI. 40 yrs Naval Reserves.

Was always so v-proud of u, grandpa. Miss u pic.twitter.com/08JItgid3Q

— Matt Chatham (@chatham58) November 11, 2019

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