This Veteran's Day, past and present members of the US armed forces are facing many challanges. The most apparent of which is the danger of fighting in Iraq, where 1,100 men and women have lost their lives. Another 4,000 suffered an injury serious enough to retire. Due to persistant underfunding of the VA Hospital system, many sick or disabled veterans have to wait for months to recieve care. The Army has even tried to refuse benefits, claiming illnesses are due to pre-existing conditions.