Honor Those Who Served Boldly

Posted November 10, 2008, 8:53 pm in Veterans


This week, America pauses to honor the men and women who have served so bravely and selflessly to guarantee all Americans enjoy the rights and freedoms our founders imagined.

From 1938 until 1954, November 11 was known as Armistice Day. It was established to mark the end of World War I, which officially took place on November 11, 1918. The day was dedicated to "the cause of world peace and to be hereafter celebrated and known as 'Armistice Day.'" But after the second World War and the Korean War, Congress amended the act to change the word from Armistice to Veterans and it became a day to honor American veterans of all wars.

Take a moment this week to learn about some men and women who boldly served their country with honor. Visit our Veterans Channel and check out the stories below.

 

	I Was a POW With McCain In 1972, decorated combat pilot and legendary aviator Joe Kittinger was shot down and imprisoned in the "Hanoi Hilton." The man in the next cell was John McCain. Kittinger tells their story. Click here to watch story.
	In Honor of His Country and His Life Who really leads our country? Honest, hard-working people like 94-year-old Bill Macias are the backbone of America. He celebrates his incredible life and the country that made his dreams come true. Click here to watch story.
	The War at Home At a time when people thought blacks lacked intelligence, skill, and courage, the Tuskegee Airmen proved them wrong -- fighting the enemy overseas and racism at home. Click here to watch story.
	Day That Still Lives in Infamy The wounds of Pearl Harbor are still fresh for many survivors.  Jack Colby was there that day and even though he doesn't like to look back, he thinks every American needs to remember those who died. Click here to watch story.
	Healing the Scars of Long Ago After 40 years, many of the wounds are as fresh as they ever were for Vietnam vets. Many still find it difficult to talk about, but their powerful stories are more relevant than ever. Click here to watch story.
	Col. Ronald Gallimore At 59, he's the oldest jump master on active duty in Iraq. Col. Gallimore calls from one of Saddam's old palaces in Baghdad where he's an incredible inspiration to soldiers half his age. Click here to listen to the interview.
	Kirk Bauer Kirk Bauer has devoted more than 35 years of service to Disabled Sports USA, He knows how important the games can be. He lost a leg during combat in Vietnam. Click here to listen to the interview.

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