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  • Hero of Brecourt Manor: Richard Winters

    Hero of Brecourt Manor: Richard Winters

    Richard “Dick” Winters served in the Army during World War II where he received several medals and inspired the hit HBO series Band of Brothers.

  • Rosemary Mariner: A Woman Trailblazer

    Rosemary Mariner: A Woman Trailblazer

    The remarkable life of Capt. Rosemary Mariner, and her journey of paving the way for women by changing the face of the U.S. military forever.

  • Joe Louis: A Champion for His Country

    Joe Louis: A Champion for His Country

    Joe Louis was a champion in and out of the ring. Louis uplifted fellow African Americans, served his country valiantly and in the process, gained the admiration and respect of the American public.

  • Alvin York – Hero of the Argonne

    Alvin York – Hero of the Argonne

    Sargent Alvin York received the Medal of Honor for incredible acts of heroism during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive of World War I in 1918.

  • Purple Hearts Reunited’s Operation Keystone returns lost medals across the state of Pennsylvania

    Purple Hearts Reunited’s Operation Keystone returns lost medals across the state of Pennsylvania

    Purple Hearts Reunited has returned medals to their recipients’ families or to homes of honor from Nov. 1 through Nov. 3 across the state of Pennsylvania.

  • My perspective: an outsider looking in on VA

    My perspective: an outsider looking in on VA

    I wish you could see what I see. As a [...]

  • Introduction

    Introduction

    A Veteran discusses his career at VA in recruitment, and the need for healthcare professionals. VA Careers is available to those interested: Apply Today!

  • Finding Peace on the Other Side of the World

    Finding Peace on the Other Side of the World

    A Veteran shares advice based on his experiences after deployment and integration back to civilian life.

  • Living History: The Medal of Honor

    Living History: The Medal of Honor

    On the 149th anniversary of the establishment of the Medal of Honor, the VA congratulates an upcoming living recipient: Army Ranger and SFC Leroy Petry.

  • A Note from a Caregiver

    A Note from a Caregiver

    A Veteran's wife shares the struggles of her family and how the Caregiver Program helped establish a support system for her.

  • Togetherness

    Togetherness

    A Veteran shares the need for togetherness on July 4th. In her long history of service she had enjoyed the comradeship with other servicemembers.

  • Quincy, Massachusetts: Healing Vietnam War Wounds

    Quincy, Massachusetts: Healing Vietnam War Wounds

    Quincy, Massachusetts is home to a number of tributes for Veterans. Honoring Vietnam Vets and KIA, the town recognizes the service and sacrifice of these men.

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Last updated February 15, 2011

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