KENNESAW, Ga. - A metro Atlanta photographer is honoring the nation’s heroes one portrait at a time.

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Justin Arndt has taken photos of hundreds of military veterans through what he calls The Veterans Project. Working out of a studio inside American Legion Post 29, Arndt offers free portraits to men and women who have served in the military.

"This is my way to commemorate the men and women who have served our country," said Arndt, whose photography business is called Our Local Heroes.

For some veterans, the photos become professional headshots to help them land jobs. For others, the portraits serve as keepsakes to pass down to family members. Arndt said his favorite sessions are with those who served in World War II, including 106-year-old Charlie Dunn.

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