Memorial Day at SWFL Military Museum & Library

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FORT MYERS, Fla. – This weekend, millions of Americans will honor the men and women who have given their lives for our freedom.

The Southwest Florida Military Museum & Library is holding several special ceremonies to honor Memorial Day.

Southwest Florida Military Museum & Library Founder & President Ralph Santillo and Randy Eckel with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard stopped by the WINK News studio to tell us more.

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