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November 19, 2022

WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday, reveals his secrets and 'lifetime of inspiration'

Harold Chilton, a World War II veteran who lives in Arkansas, celebrated his 100th birthday on Nov. 12 and recalled his time in the U.S. Marine Band, as well as the secrets of a long, happy life.

November 16, 2022

80 years later, Illinois sailor who died in Pearl Harbor attack will be laid to rest in home state

U.S. Navy Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Keith Tipsword of Illinois will be laid to rest over 80 years after his death. Tipsword died in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.

November 15, 2022

Pennsylvania WWII soldier's remains identified after nearly 80 years

Authorities in Pennsylvania identified the remains of WWII soldier Francis Martin, who died in 1945 when his convoy was ambushed by German forces. Martin was buried in Belgium.

November 13, 2022

Dallas air show collision victim identified as former Keller city councilman, US Army veteran

Terry Barker, a U.S. Army veteran and former Keller city councilman, was one of six people who died during a World War II air show on Saturday in Dallas, Texas.

November 13, 2022

Dallas air show collision kills 6; authorities working to ID victims, officials say

Officials in Dallas County, Texas, said six people were killed after two historic military planes collided and crashed during the Wings Over Dallas World War II Airshow.

November 13, 2022

The heroic legacy of the Band of Brothers should be an inspiration to all Americans

The men of Easy Company, the heroes known as the Band of Brothers, led their nation in war and their values should still be an inspiration to all Americans.

November 11, 2022

Meet the American who inspired the nation in two world wars: Christian soldier Sgt. Alvin York

Christian soldier Sergeant Alvin York inspired Americans and the most hardened military men of Europe with his incredible exploits in World War I. He also inspired the WWII generation.

November 11, 2022

New memoir details Christian D-Day hero's 'faith and humanity' amid hell of World War II

A new memoir details the harrowing wartime experiences of World War II veteran Andy Andrews, who struggled to reconcile the horrific violence of the war with his strong Christian faith.

November 8, 2022

Veterans Day is not always easy for our heroes — here's what to say and do

Daughter of an American veteran shares ideas for honoring our veterans this year, as many of them will feel uncomfortable on Veterans Day — especially those who served in Vietnam and Korea.

November 6, 2022

Veterans Day: 5 lessons to convey to children about war

When friends asked what they might teach their kids about war, I offered five lessons for the next generation based on what I've learned from veterans.