The Caisson Platoon: Part I
Honoring a Young Veteran of “The Old Guard” Read John Thomas’ story.
The Caisson Platoon: Part II
John Thomas tells about serving with one of America’s most distinguished platoons. Read his story.
Memorial Day 2017: Vietnam Veteran Remembered
Wilber Breseman understood and lived the true meaning of “Play the Game.” Read his story.
WW II Ended 70 Years Ago
Local residents recall that “unforgettable day” Read their story.
Remembering Vietnam: Part 1
Local veterans and residents recall that long and bloody ordeal on the 40th anniversary of the war’s end. Read their story.
Remembering Vietnam: Part 2
This is the second article in a two-part series on the 40th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. Read my story.
“Never Quit”
Veteran’s Day 2014: African-American World War II veteran recalls Nazi horrors and combat in Europe. Read his story.
“For Your Tomorrow, We Gave Our Today.”
Memorial Day 2014: Remembering local residents who died fighting for their country in three epic battles of World War II, and a story about a Civil…
Into the Fire
Veteran of Iwo Jima recalls the horror of that infamous battle. This is the first story in a four-part series for Veterans Day 2012. Read his…
“I’m glad I could help them.”
Korean War veteran recounts his experiences in a bloody conflict that killed millions. This is the second story in a four-part series for Veterans Day 2012.…