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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 […]

Reaching the age of 100 is a rare and remarkable milestone, one that becomes even more meaningful when paired with a life of service and dedication. In Kentucky, World War II veteran Randolph Scheen recently celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by a grateful community that came together to honor his legacy. The celebration not only […]

Kentucky WWII Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday with Honored Legacy

In Kalamazoo, Michigan, a remarkable milestone was celebrated as Bob Johnson, a World War II Navy veteran and lifelong resident, turned 104 years old. Surrounded by his large extended family and fellow parishioners at St. Augustine’s Church, Johnson marked more than a century of life rooted in faith, service, and community. The celebration, held during […]

As the number of living World War II veterans continues to decline, their stories become ever more precious. One Southern California artist is making sure those memories are preserved in a meaningful and deeply personal way. With a unique tribute to a centenarian veteran, he is honoring not just a man, but an entire generation […]

Vietnam Veteran Receives High School Diploma After Nearly 60 Years August 25, 2025 Guest Contributor Two men shake hands during a ceremony in a library. Photo creation assisted by A.I. For Vietnam veteran Bill Driscoll, the journey to a high school diploma spanned nearly six decades. On a recent Friday in East Bridgewater, Massachusetts, the […]