From the American Revolution and the Civil War to WWII and Vietnam- Americans of all ages, ethnicities, backgrounds and genders served in some capacity. From the washerwomen of the Revolutionary War to
Several years ago, retired Sergeant Danny Priest leaned over and said to me, “The Purple Heart is one of those medals you do not want to get because you have to have
Close up of a veteran holding an American flag at the 2014 NYC Veterans Day parade. Credit: Spencer Platt, Getty Images Loyalty is a virtue comprised of thoughts, words and actions that
USSR and American soldiers shake hands for the unofficial end to WWII. Today’s National East Meets West Day – often referred to as Elbe Day – does not come to mind as
During a recent conversation with my 14-year-old daughter, I mentioned that she should never take second chair to a man, and that she should be as she chooses to be. I also
The B-17 Flying Fortress was a bomber plane widely used during World War II, and the B-17 tail gunner played a crucial role in the plane’s success. However, being a B-17 tail
Booby traps have been used in most wars since World War I but none as much as in the Vietnam War. The Viet Cong and North Vietnamese relied heavily on Vietnam booby
Stubby, a terrier mix, is one of the most critically acclaimed war dogs in the history of the American military. Canines have been utilized in times of war for centuries. Before the
Whether you are currently in the military, thinking about transferring, or a family member of someone currently in the service, it is important to understand the differences between the branches. Each branch
The German words read “work sets you free” at the main gate of Auschwitz. Prisoners purposely turned the “B” upside down in silent protest. It will be the anniversary of the 1945
