More than 100 people saluted America's vets in Perth Amboy. Watch video
PERTH AMBOY -- More than 100 people gathered at Perth Amboy's Veterans War Memorial Wednesday to honor veterans past and present during the city's annual Veterans Day Celebration.
Perth Amboy Mayor Wilda Diaz acknowledged all the men and women who have served the United States in the armed services.
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"As a community we come here today to say thank you for their sacrifices," Diaz said. "We are sincerely indebted to you for your service to our nation."
Peter Pelissier, Perth Amboy's business administrator, also addressed the crowd. Pelissier was a captain in United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He served as a rifle platoon commander and 1st Lieutenant. Pelissier received the Naval Commendation Medal for combat valor and was honorably discharged after earning the rank of captain.
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