TravelCenters Offer Complimentary Meals on Veteran’s Day
TravelCenters of America is inviting all truck drivers who are veterans to have a complimentary meal on Veteran’s Day.
by Staff
November 6, 2014
1 min to read
TravelCenters of America is inviting all truck drivers who are veterans to have a complimentary meal on Veteran’s Day. Participating TA and Petro Stopping Center sit down restaurants will be providing free meals for veterans to honor their service to the country.
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On Nov. 11, any veteran with a CDL license can receive a complimentary meal of up to $15 in value by showing proof of service to their server prior to ordering their meal. Accepted proofs of service include U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID Card, Veterans Organization Card, DD214, a citation or commendation, and a photograph in uniform.
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“Once again, we are taking this opportunity to thank the many truck drivers who are also military veterans for their service and sacrifice – both in our armed forces and each day on the road,” said Tom O’Brien, president and CEO of TravelCenters.
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