soldiers' home
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of soldiers' home
An Americanism dating back to 1860–65
Example Sentences
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Sawtelle, named for a land development company’s manager, is no more, but the modern VA hospital and remnants of the old soldiers’ home remain.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2022
She said the soldiers’ home country has been contacted so that legal proceedings could begin.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 31, 2022
Massachusetts lawmakers are calling for an independent investigation into another state-run soldiers’ home that had a deadly outbreak of the virus.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 27, 2020
“On April 13, 150 years ago today, he rode out to the soldiers’ home from downtown D.C. for the last time.”
From Washington Post ● Apr. 13, 2015
She told the chaplain of the soldiers’ home that a private car would be supplied for Captain Rugley’s old partner to travel in, if it were necessary.
From Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure by Marlowe, Amy Bell
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