world war ii

Army Veteran Edward Kysar served in the mountain infantry during World War II.

Today we honor Army Veteran Melvin Anderson in remembrance of his service and sacrifice for our country.

A B-17 crew crashed into a forest to avoid killing a group of school children following a bombing run during World War II.

Baseball legend Ted Williams broke numerous records during the course of his baseball career. His military service career was equally impressive as Williams served in both WWII and the Korean War, flying a total of 39 missions and earning numerous awards.

Army Veteran Charles Walter Magneson fought at the Battle of the Bulge and carried a bazooka across Belgium and Germany during World War II.

Army Air Service Captain and legendary fighter pilot Eddie Rickenbacker served with distinction in both World Wars.

George Eade was a four-star Air Force general and pilot who flew 37 combat missions during World War II.

Navy Veteran George Layton participated in the Battle of Okinawa. His ship was responsible for landing the 713th Flame Throwing Tank Battalion on the beach.

Army Air Forces Veteran Gerald Cravey served as a radio station chief in India during World War II.

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.

Army Veteran Audie Murphy received the Medal of Honor for his actions during World War II. By the end of the war, Audie had become one of the most decorated soldiers in the United States Army, earning every military combat award

Army Veteran Jane Rignel served during World War I and World War II and was awarded the Croix de Guerre, Royal Red Cross, and Silver Star.