In the 21st Century, Georgians continue to dedicate years and their very lives to serving the country. Many who have served since 2000 signed up for military service after the terrorist attacks of 9/11/2001. Each has a story to tell about what they saw and how it changed their world. Here are four who agreed to share their experience on Veteran’s Day 2018.

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Julian Conley listens during opening statements in his trial at Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. The 25-year-old is accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old Secoriea Turner in July 2020. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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