#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Ralph Joseph Cavalieri

Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Ralph Joseph Cavalieri. Ralph joined the Army in 1942 and served during World War II.

Ralph was a member of the 89th Infantry Division. The 89th participated in several major battles during World War II, including the assault on the Rhineland. The 89th is also responsible for liberating the concentration camp, Ohrdruf on April 4, 1945, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany liberated by U.S. troops. Ralph received the Bronze Star for his service. He is now 101 years old with three children and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Thank you for your service, Ralph!

Nominate a Veteran for #VeteranOfTheDay

Do you want to light up the face of a special Veteran? Have you been wondering how to tell your Veteran they are special to you? You’re in luck! VA’s #VeteranOfTheDay social media feature is an opportunity to highlight your Veteran and his/her service.

It’s easy to nominate a Veteran. All it takes is an email to newmedia@va.gov with as much information as you can put together, along with some good photos. Visit our blog post about nominating to learn how to create the best submission.

Graphic By Kierra Willis: Kierra Willis is a Graphic Communication Major at the University of Maryland University College. She currently has an AAS in Graphic Design and Visual Communications.