The Chickasaw Nation opened its Veterans Lodge in Ada last year, which serves as both a safe gathering place for veterans and a convenient location for them to receive counseling and learn about programs designed for them. Jessica Conley, a Chickasaw veteran of the Oklahoma Army National Guard, is the youngest person in the Veterans Lodge on this day. She discusses her pride in serving her country and acting as a role model for her daughters. Conley says that the Veterans Lodge embodies the Chickasaw warrior spirit, with features like its collection of photos of Chickasaws who have served.