Honoring Vets

In 2004, USMC Cpl. Jason Lee Dunham made a decision that would save his fellow Marines.

Remembering Cheektowaga native and Army Pfc. Neil Ellis Bateman, who was killed in action in Vietnam in May 1967.

Each Memorial Day, Americans give pause to honor those who gave their lives in service. Among them is Army Staff Sgt. Keith M. Maupin.

Cpt. Nelson Miles Holderman was one of the most decorated soldiers of World War I, a man celebrated for his unwavering leadership during one of the most harrowing episodes of the conflict.

Marching north with his fellow Marines toward the Chosin Reservoir, Lee Hugh Phillips would soon join the fight that led him being awarded the Medal of Honor.

On June 2, 1944, in the rugged terrain near La Torreto, Italy, a young man from Honolulu displayed the "extraordinary heroism" we think about on Medal of Honor Day.

The 80th anniversary of the beginning of World War II's Battle of the Bulge was commemorated at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024.

VA recently developed a pilot program providing direct and specialized assistance for the 65 living Medal of Honor recipients nationwide.  

This year, Veterans Day ceremonies recognized by VA will be held in 66 communities throughout 34 states and the District of Columbia to honor the nation's veterans.  

A personal reflection on generational service from VA Deputy Assistant Secretary Aaron Scheinberg.

My mother-in-law, Olga Prietula, was a Ukrainian immigrant who served as a US Army nurse during World War II. Her legacy, and those like her, inspire me to serve Veterans.

PBS’ National Memorial Day Concert, America’s national night of remembrance, returns for a live presentation this Sunday hosted by Tony award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy award-winner Gary Sinise, acclaimed actors dedicated to Veterans’ causes and supporting U.S. troops in active service.