A Buffalo Soldier Motorcycle Club member displays his colors during the first Veterans Stand Down in Sanford, N.C., Oct. 12. The North Carolina National Guard provided the facilities for the event that provided crucial services to vets.The event was a way to assist veterans who may need minor medical and dental care, job assistance or other services and were provided free of charge. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Capt. Rick Scoggins, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs /Released)