Bill Ethridge of Oak Harbor presents the Prisoner of War/Missing in Action flag at the Veterans Day Commemoration at the Island County Courthouse Monday in Coupeville. The event was sponsored by the Central Whidbey Lions Club and the Town of Coupeville. - Kasia Pierzga photo
Kasia Pierzga photo
Bill Ethridge of Oak Harbor presents the Prisoner of War/Missing in Action flag at the Veterans Day Commemoration at the Island County Courthouse Monday in Coupeville. The event was sponsored by the Central Whidbey Lions Club and the Town of Coupeville.

Honoring veterans


November 16, 2012 · 8:59 AM

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