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Saints able to show appreciation to members of armed forces

Members of the local armed forces had a chance to participate in NFL-style practice.

Members of the US armed forces, in a partnership with USAA in their #SalutetoService campaign, were able get an up-close and personal view of the New Orleans Saints practice.

The Saints players were kind enough give back to the troops by posing for photographs and signing autographs.

USAA, Official Salute to Service Partner of the New Orleans Saints
USAA, Official Salute to Service Partner of the New Orleans Saints
USAA, Official Salute to Service Partner of the New Orleans Saints
USAA, Official Salute to Service Partner of the New Orleans Saints

And after the practice, members of the armed forces were able to participate in an NFL-style practice.

USAA, Official Salute to Service Partner of the New Orleans Saints
USAA, Official Salute to Service Partner of the New Orleans Saints

This boot camp event represented the evolution of authentic military appreciation events that USAA and the Saints have created to foster an understanding and appreciation for the local military community, bringing our military closer to a game they love.

A big thank-you to our military personnel, to the Saints for taking part in the event, and USAA for making it happen.