The quote can come from an existing source or can be original. Ideally, it should be concise, inspiring and patriotic, VA officials said.
The Bakersfield National Cemetery will be built on 500 acres donated by Tejon Ranch.
Construction is scheduled to start this year, with burials beginning in the spring.
Patriotic quotes should be sent to Bakersfield National Cemetery Director Wesley Jones at Wesley.Jones1 Wesley Jones, 1801 Westwind Drive, Bakersfield CA 93301.
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