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PHOTOS: Salute to Service 2023
The Bears hosted and participated in a variety of events honoring and supporting the military ahead of Nov. 9's Salute to Service game against the Panthers at Soldier Field.

To honor veterans who served during the Vietnam War, the Bears hosted a recognition breakfast at Halas Hall in partnership with the Vietnam War Commemoration and USAA. The event featured a special pinning ceremony with chairman George H. McCaskey and president & CEO Kevin Warren.

To honor veterans who served during the Vietnam War, the Bears hosted a recognition breakfast at Halas Hall in partnership with the Vietnam War Commemoration and USAA. The event featured a special pinning ceremony with chairman George H. McCaskey and president & CEO Kevin Warren.

To honor veterans who served during the Vietnam War, the Bears hosted a recognition breakfast at Halas Hall in partnership with the Vietnam War Commemoration and USAA. Head coach Matt Eberflus and chief of staff Sean Magee spoke to the group to thank them for their service.

To honor veterans who served during the Vietnam War, the Bears hosted a recognition breakfast at Halas Hall in partnership with the Vietnam War Commemoration and USAA. Head coach Matt Eberflus and chief of staff Sean Magee spoke to the group to thank them for their service.

To honor veterans who served during the Vietnam War, the Bears hosted a recognition breakfast at Halas Hall in partnership with the Vietnam War Commemoration and USAA. Chairman George H. McCaskey and president & CEO Kevin Warren spent time with the veterans to thank and honor them for their service.

To honor veterans who served during the Vietnam War, the Bears hosted a recognition breakfast at Halas Hall in partnership with the Vietnam War Commemoration and USAA.

Punter Trenton Gill, defensive lineman Khalid Kareem, long snapper Patrick Scales and offensive lineman Cody Whitehair visited Naval Station Great Lakes for a tour of the base. During their time at the station, the players saw some of the daily responsibilities of the stationed service members.

Punter Trenton Gill, defensive lineman Khalid Kareem, long snapper Patrick Scales and offensive lineman Cody Whitehair visited Naval Station Great Lakes for a tour of the base. During their time at the station, the players saw some of the daily responsibilities of the stationed service members.

Punter Trenton Gill, defensive lineman Khalid Kareem, long snapper Patrick Scales and offensive lineman Cody Whitehair visited Naval Station Great Lakes for a tour of the base. During their time at the station, the players saw some of the daily responsibilities of the stationed service members

Punter Trenton Gill, defensive lineman Khalid Kareem, long snapper Patrick Scales and offensive lineman Cody Whitehair visited Naval Station Great Lakes for a tour of the base. During their time at the station, the players saw some of the daily responsibilities of the stationed service members.

Punter Trenton Gill, defensive lineman Khalid Kareem, long snapper Patrick Scales and offensive lineman Cody Whitehair visited Naval Station Great Lakes for a tour of the base. During their time at the station, the players saw some of the daily responsibilities of the stationed service members.

Punter Trenton Gill, defensive lineman Khalid Kareem, long snapper Patrick Scales and offensive lineman Cody Whitehair visited Naval Station Great Lakes for a tour of the base. During their time at the station, the players saw some of the daily responsibilities of the stationed service members.

The Bears, in partnership with Merging Vets & Players (MVP), hosted a workout and dinner for 60 military veterans at Halas Hall for the second year. Former Bears, including Brandon McGowan, Matt Suhey, and James Williams, participated in a non-contact football drill workout with the veterans.

The Bears, in partnership with Merging Vets & Players (MVP), hosted a workout and dinner for 60 military veterans at Halas Hall for the second year. Former Bears, including Brandon McGowan, Matt Suhey, and James Williams, participated in a non-contact football drill workout with the veterans.

The Bears, in partnership with Merging Vets & Players (MVP), hosted a workout and dinner for 60 military veterans at Halas Hall for the second year. Former Bears, including Brandon McGowan, Matt Suhey, and James Williams, participated in a non-contact football drill workout with the veterans.

The Chicago Bears, in partnership with Merging Vets & Players (MVP), hosted a workout and dinner for 60 military veterans at Halas Hall for the second year. Former Bears players, including Brandon McGowan, Matt Suhey, and James Williams, participated in a non-contact football drill workout with the veterans.

The Bears, in partnership with Merging Vets & Players (MVP), hosted a workout and dinner for 60 military veterans at Halas Hall for the second year. Former Bears, including Brandon McGowan, Matt Suhey, and James Williams, participated in a non-contact football drill workout with the veterans.

The Bears, in partnership with Merging Vets & Players (MVP), hosted a workout and dinner for 60 military veterans at Halas Hall for the second year. Former Bears, including Brandon McGowan, Matt Suhey, and James Williams, participated in a non-contact football drill workout with the veterans.

The Bears hosted students from Carver Military Academy High School JROTC at Halas Hall for lunch and to watch the team practice. The students had the opportunity to meet with several players and coaches and break down the huddle after practice.

The Bears hosted students from Carver Military Academy High School JROTC at Halas Hall for lunch and to watch the team practice. The students had the opportunity to meet with several players and coaches and breakdown the huddle after practice.

The Bears hosted students from Carver Military Academy High School JROTC at Halas Hall for lunch and to watch the team practice. The students had the opportunity to meet with several players and coaches and breakdown the huddle after practice.

The Bears hosted students from Carver Military Academy High School JROTC at Halas Hall for lunch and to watch the team practice. The students had the opportunity to meet with several players and coaches and breakdown the huddle after practice.

The Bears hosted students from Carver Military Academy High School JROTC at Halas Hall for lunch and to watch the team practice. The students had the opportunity to meet with several players and coaches and breakdown the huddle after practice.

The Bears invited a group of veterans from Wounded Warrior Project for a watch party at Topgolf in Schaumburg. The gathering included alumni Mickey Pruitt, D'Wayne Bates, Mark Carrier and Brandon McGowan, all of whom joined the veterans to watch the Bears take on the New Orleans Saints.

The Bears invited a group of veterans from Wounded Warrior Project for a watch party at Topgolf in Schaumburg. The gathering included alumni Mickey Pruitt, D'Wayne Bates, Mark Carrier and Brandon McGowan, all of whom joined the veterans to watch the Bears take on the New Orleans Saints.

The Bears invited a group of veterans from Wounded Warrior Project for a watch party at Topgolf in Schaumburg. The gathering included alumni Mickey Pruitt, D'Wayne Bates, Mark Carrier and Brandon McGowan, all of whom joined the veterans to watch the Bears take on the New Orleans Saints.

The Bears invited a group of veterans from Wounded Warrior Project for a watch party at Topgolf in Schaumburg. The gathering included alumni Mickey Pruitt, D'Wayne Bates, Mark Carrier and Brandon McGowan, all of whom joined the veterans to watch the Bears take on the New Orleans Saints.

The Bears invited a group of veterans from Wounded Warrior Project for a watch party at Topgolf in Schaumburg. The gathering included alumni Mickey Pruitt, D'Wayne Bates, Mark Carrier and Brandon McGowan, all of whom joined the veterans to watch the Bears take on the New Orleans Saints.

The Bears and USAA co-hosted a private dinner at Gene & Georgetti steakhouse to honor women in service. This event celebrated over 25 female active-duty and veteran members from various military branches, providing them a moment to share their stories and experiences.

The Bears and USAA co-hosted a private dinner at Gene & Georgetti steakhouse to honor women in service. This event celebrated over 25 female active-duty and veteran members from various military branches, providing them a moment to share their stories and experiences.

The Bears and USAA co-hosted a private dinner at Gene & Georgetti steakhouse to honor women in service. This event celebrated over 25 female active-duty and veteran members from various military branches, providing them a moment to share their stories and experiences. Former defensive back Jerry Azumah was also in attendance.

The Bears and USAA co-hosted a private dinner at Gene & Georgetti steakhouse to honor women in service. This event celebrated over 25 female active-duty and veteran members from various military branches, providing them a moment to share their stories and experiences. Former defensive back Jerry Azumah was also in attendance.

The Bears' women in service dinner featured interviews conducted by team reporter Lauren Screeden, including conversations with two remarkable military women, 101-year-old World War II Veteran Bette Horstman and Brigadier General Antoinette Gant.

The Bears' women in service dinner featured interviews conducted by team reporter Lauren Screeden, including conversations with two remarkable military women, 101-year-old World War II Veteran Bette Horstman and Brigadier General Antoinette Gant.

Former Bears defensive back Jerry Azumah attended the team's women in service dinner, where team reporter Lauren Screeden interviewed 101-year-old World War II Veteran Bette Horstman.