Month: December 2025

Remembering V-J Day in Times Square Through a Coast Guard Veteran’s Eyes

In a heartfelt moment of recognition and gratitude, three local veterans were recently honored with Quilts of Valor, a gesture that symbolizes comfort, healing, and appreciation for their service. The ceremony, reported by The Newnan Times-Herald, reflects a broader tradition of community acknowledgment for those who have served in the armed forces. This event not […]

Iwo Jima Flag-Raising Mural Honors Marine Corps Veteran’s Legacy

As the sun rises over Sarasota, one remarkable resident is preparing to celebrate a milestone few ever reach. Alvin “Al” Seidman, a World War II Coast Guard veteran, will turn 100 years old on August 16, 2025. His life, shaped by the Great Depression, wartime service in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters, and a […]

After more than a decade away from the open road, Vietnam veteran Harry Schossow recently experienced the joy of motorcycle riding again—this time from the seat of a sidecar. Surrounded by more than 60 motorcycles and over 100 supporters, Schossow’s return to the road was not just a ride, but a powerful moment of community, […]

At sunrise on a crisp Wisconsin morning, 92 veterans boarded Mission 76 of the Old Glory Honor Flight, departing from Appleton International Airport for a day-long journey to Washington, D.C. This complimentary flight, a heartfelt thank-you for their service, included veterans ranging in age from 69 to 94, among them one female veteran. The trip […]

235 Years of US Coast Guard History and Untold Stories

In Sugarcreek Township, Ohio, a community has come together to honor one of its most revered heroes with a lasting tribute. A new statue now stands tall in the recently unveiled Sugarcreek Township Veterans Memorial Park, commemorating Jim “Pee Wee” Martin, a legendary World War II veteran who served with distinction in the 101st Airborne […]

Each September, a solemn display appears in front of the Tioga County Office building in Owego, New York. Known as the “Field of the Forgotten Fallen,” this growing tribute serves as a powerful visual reminder of a staggering and tragic reality: each month, approximately 660 veterans across the United States die by suicide. This symbolic […]

Community Honors RAF Veteran with Powerful Farewell Ceremony September 3, 2025 Guest Contributor Soldiers carrying a casket during a funeral service. Photo creation assisted by A.I. When a community comes together to honor someone they never knew, the result can be deeply moving. That was the case in South Tyneside, where hundreds of people gathered […]