Honoring Those Who Protect Our Freedom

Our right to vote has been defended by the courage and sacrifice of the many brave men and women who served in our nation's armed forces.  Anyone who has someone in their family or a friend in the armed forces understands the dedication and patriotism demonstrated by these men and women in defense of our freedom and liberty. 

Many Minnesotans, like Barbara Farrell, have personal stories to share.  These stories pay tribute to a veteran or an active-duty service member. This office encourages you to read these tributes and share your story about the veteran or service member you are honoring.*

View the Tribute Gallery or submit a tribute of your own

In addition, official Vote in Honor of a Veteran buttons are available free-of-charge through the secretary of state's office.  You can personalize your three inch button with the name of the veteran in whose honor you are voting. 

To order a button, please call 651-201-1339 or email claire.wilson@state.mn.us.

Program Partners
Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Association of the United States Army
Kids Voting Minnesota

*Terms of Submission: You agree that when you submit your tribute, you grant the State of Minnesota the right to use, modify, share and sell your tribute without compensation, and you agree that use of your tribute is not in violation of any right you may have.