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Decorated Vietnam veteran seeks citizenship as end of life draws near
When Werner Trei received his draft letter soon after graduating from Lincoln High in Lincoln, Neb. in 1968, he never considered opting out due to his status as a German citizen. Having...
Posted 05/01/2019
Remains of captured Korean War vet return to New Jersey
DISON -The family of a Korean War veteran who died as a prisoner of war has gotten closure now that his remains have been returned to New Jersey.Frank Suliman fought in the Korean...
Posted 04/30/2019
Hundreds welcome home Honor Flight Syracuse war veterans
Mission 13 included 78 war veterans from Central New York, 27 from World War ll, 37 Korea, 8 Vietnam and 6 Cold War. Honor Flight Syracuse flies Central New York heroes to Washington...
Posted 04/29/2019
Woman Makes Sure Decorated WWII Marine From NY With No Living Relatives Isn't Forgotten
A decorated World War II veteran who died this month with no living relatives is being honored by strangers around the world thanks to an unlikely friendship with a young woman determined...
Posted 04/26/2019
World War II veteran celebrates 98th birthday at gym
">PORTLAND, Ore. (KABC) -- A World War II veteran didn't take a rest day for his 98th birthday -- he celebrated at the gym! Fred Lawrence received a special birthday...
Posted 04/25/2019
World War II pilot gets recognition for his service at 100
As the population of World War II veterans dwindles, opportunities to thank service members who fought in that global conflict are fading.So when Kermit Bjorlie, of Zumbrota, a World...
Posted 04/24/2019
100-year-old WWII vet hits DC as part of his journey to meet people in all 50 states
WASHINGTON (ABC7) — A World War II veteran born in 1919 is spending his centennial birthday year on the road traveling to all 50 states and the nation’s capital on...
Posted 04/24/2019
World War II veteran Sara Parsons celebrates 100 years
WISCONSIN RAPIDS - Sara Parsons celebrated her birthday Sunday with friends and family at her home in Wisconsin Rapids. She had quite a few cards to open.Two weeks ago, Sara's...
Posted 04/22/2019
‘Unclaimed veteran’ of Vietnam War honored at Georgia funeral service
Richard Lindsay Butterfield served as a U.S. Marine in Vietnam and was haunted by his memories of the war.Nicknamed “Butter,” he was a star high school football player...
Posted 04/18/2019
Rea‘Unclaimed veteran’ of Vietnam War honored at Georgia funeral service
Richard Lindsay Butterfield served as a U.S. Marine in Vietnam and was haunted by his memories of the war.Nicknamed “Butter,” he was a star high school football player...
Posted 04/18/2019
Random customers have been buying this WWII veteran's breakfast in Post Falls every day for at least three years
Three to four years is a long time to get free meals, but it’s in good faith, and 95-year-old World War II veteran Dan Rankin has certainly earned it.Mr. Rankin of Post Falls...
Posted 04/16/2019
Veterans Pension or VA "Aid & Attendance Benefit" Qualifications
Veterans BenefitsVA Pension with Aid & AttendanceWhat is the Aid and Attendance Benefit?The Department of Veterans Affairs' Aid & Attendance Program was established by...
Posted 04/10/2019
Remains of World War II veteran, Virginia native to return home after being listed as MIA
DULUTH, MN – After missing for 77 years a fallen World War II veteran’s remains are set to return to the northland later this year.Dante Tini was the son of Italian immigrants....
Posted 04/09/2019
'A great honor': 100-year-old Alexandria veteran raises flag at Twins opener
Lawrence Cline has traveled the world with his wife of 70 years, Irene. They've had many interesting, one-of-a-kind experiences in their travels, including an African safari.But...
Posted 04/05/2019
Make this Oklahoma veteran’s day by sending him a birthday note
BRAGGS, Okla. —Have a stamp and a few minutes? An Oklahoma Army veteran is turning 92 soon, and family members said you can make his day by sending him a birthday note.Bob Brewster’s...
Posted 04/04/2019
World War II veteran returns home 76 years later
MARION, Ind. (WTHR) – A World War II veteran is finally coming home.His mother wanted his body returned for burial and now 76 years later, it finally will be."It's...
Posted 04/03/2019
Topeka veteran memorializes World War II experience
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Virgil Sewell graduated from Topeka High School in 1940. Since that time he served in the Army, and raised his family.Looking back over his 98 years the World...
Posted 04/02/2019
WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday, makes plans for Honor Flight
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Wayne Trimpe celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by friends and family.“I just don’t believe it’s happening. It’s wonderful,"...
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