D-Day soldier awarded Distinguished Service Cross after 81 yearsDecades after Staff Sgt. William Owens' heroic actions at La Fiere Bridge, his Bronze Star was posthumously upgraded thanks to the efforts of a veteran.By Dave Kindy5 weeks ago
Trump honors fallen service members at Arlington National CemeteryPresident Trump on Monday also placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a somber tradition for U.S. presidents.6 weeks ago
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Europe marks 80th anniversary of World War II’s endThis V-E Day marks the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany's surrender to Allied forces.2 months ago
VA’s online legacy project adds names of 210,000 vets lost overseas The expansion of the veterans online memorial includes the names of almost 93,000 veterans killed overseas during World War II. By Leo Shane III2 months ago
