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January 17, 2023

In memory of World War II veteran Lester Tanner: 'We are all Jewish'

World War II veteran Lester Tanner passed away last week at age 99 — and during his funeral, an American flag was given to his family in his honor. Here's his story.

December 29, 2022

Veterans are honored at Illinois diner with 'good food and good service'

Lynn Lowder, a retired Marine who received a Purple Heart for his service in the Vietnam War, opened Rosie's Home Cookin', a diner in Naperville, Illinois. He has a positive message for other vets.

December 28, 2022

Texas Army vet surprised with town parade for his 95th birthday: 'I'm not a hero, I just served my country'

A veteran from Texas, who is also a father of seven, celebrated his 95th birthday with a surprise grand salute that was organized by his family and community.

December 27, 2022

For New Year's eve, charity sponsors 'bucket list' trip to NYC for veterans and military families

Hope for the Warriors, a nonprofit, is bringing 40 veterans and their families to New York City for a "bucket list" New Year's Eve celebration in the Big Apple.

December 23, 2022

Military program allows deployed parents to read storybook favorites to their kids

United Through Reading CEO Tim Farrell revealed how servicemen and women can read to their children even from thousands of miles away on "Fox & Friends" on Friday.

December 23, 2022

Gary Sinise Foundation hosts largest gathering of Gold Star families at Disney World

Gary Sinise honored the legacy of fallen military members by sending their families on a five-day trip to Walt Disney World during the first in-person Snowball Express post pandemic.

December 22, 2022

TikTok star and WWII veteran 'Papa Jake' turns 100, wants future generations to know his stories

Jake "Papa Jake" Larson, a decorated World War II veteran with a sizable following on TikTok, turned 100 years old on Dec. 20, 2022. Here's a look into his life and times.

December 21, 2022

Navy veteran says Boot Campaign saved his life

Boot Campaign CEO Shelly Kirkland and Navy veteran Bob Maddux on the organization providing individualized support to veterans, including gift boxes to military families this Christmas

December 16, 2022

Soldiers speak to Fox News as they head home for the holidays

Fox News' Jonathan Serrie reports from Atlanta as US soldiers go home for the holidays.

December 15, 2022

Giving back: Organization raises scholarship money for kids of military families

Folds of Honor awards scholarships to families of fallen or disabled service members and first responders — and has given over 44,000 scholarships. On "Fox & Friends," a new recipient shared reaction.