Disney World has had a long history of supporting active military members and veterans.
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Each year, the resort offers special military discounts on hotels and tickets and Veterans Day is a pretty significant event in the World. Now, Disney will host a major military event on property!
The United States Army Training and Doctrine Command announced today that the annual Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games will be hosted at Disney World Resort’s ESPN Wide World of Sports complex in September of 2021.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
This event welcomes hundreds of military heroes from the United States Armed Forces and ally nations to compete and “demonstrate their fighting spirit!” The adaptive sporting events include wheelchair basketball, cycling, indoor rowing, wheelchair rugby, and more.
Disney World Sunrise Salute to Veterans ©Disney
Cappy Surette, co-chair of the Disney SALUTE Veteran Business Employee Resource Group, noted, “These games truly embody and celebrate the resiliency and dedication of wounded, ill, and injured active duty and veteran military service members. And this event provides an opportunity for families, friends, and supporters like you to see these incredible wounded warriors shine as they display their true warrior spirit through competitive sports.”
Honoring Our Veterans
More information about the 2021 DoD Warrior Games is still to come so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates!
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