Major Gen. Francis Evon, adjutant general for the Connecticut National Guard, makes remarks during the 73rd annual Connecticut Armed Forces Day Luncheon in Southington, Connecticut May 20, 2022. The luncheon is a state tradition that dates back to the 1960s and brings together members of Connecticut’s military, veteran, civic, and business communities to celebrate military service and to honor those who have served, or continue to serve, the state and nation.