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Many of us have been touched by the war in the Gulf. Imagine how many more were affected by WWII. Veterans of that war are dying off at a rate of 1,100 a day. Soon, many will be forgotten. Take a moment to watch one vet tell his story. They deserve to be remembered!
“If you’re not serving your community, what good are you?” That’s the philosophy 94-year-old veteran and rotarian Frank Rasbury has lived by his entire life. He’s a true leader that strives for excellence in everything he does, and he wants you to do it too.
The Villages, FL is home to more veterans than any other non-military community in the country. The Retired Military Family Group’s 25th annual military ball was a time to honor traditions, make connections and share memories.
Jerry Domask is an 84-year-old ocean swimmer, artist, and veteran who is more courageous and creative than ever.
Elder law attorney Vanessa J. Skinner outlines the key benefits offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Growing Bolder was honored to join 66 veterans, their guardians, and other volunteers for a recent one-day mission to our nation’s capital.
The prisoners at Lowell Correctional Institute who train the dogs and the veterans who receive them offer their heartfelt thoughts about the difference it is making.
Irving Locker survived five major battles in WWII including Battle of the Bulge and D-Day. And, at 18, he became one of the youngest staff sergeants in all of the Army.
Veterans Day was originally celebrated as Armistice Day, marking the end of World War I on the “11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month” in 1918. For that reason, it’s always celebrated on November 11th — regardless of which day of the week it falls on.
Operation Gratitude Touches the Lives of Millions of Service Members, First Responders, Veterans & Volunteers
Phil Taylor was an established artist, working on large-scale murals, graphic design and portraiture. But it was a personal experience with the tragic loss of a childhood friend that truly sparked a life-changing passion.
Betty Wall was one of a handful of female pilots in World War II. After the war, she thought that part of her life was over. But then she realized she owed it to her friends — and herself — to make sure we never forgot about their contributions.
There aren’t many people like Bill Coleman. There used to be, but World War II vets are vanishing. Listen to his stories about jumping from a plane on D-Day and understand why his really was the greatest generation.
