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Dog Left Blind By Previous Owners Was Adopted By Veteran Who Is Visually Impaired

January 21, 2021January 21, 2021 by Claire Gillespie

Things weren’t looking too good for Louis last year. When the 3-year-old lab shepherd developed a serious eye infection, his owners elected to have his …

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Korean War Vet Graduated High School At Age 87

January 19, 2021January 19, 2021 by Anna Weaver

It’s never too late to graduate! An 87-year-old man from Michigan is proof of that. Edward Sanders from Jackson, Michigan, got his high school diploma …

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America’s Oldest World War II Veteran Just Celebrated His 111th Birthday

September 16, 2020September 16, 2020 by Marie Rossiter

Lawrence Brooks holds the distinction of being America’s oldest living World War II veteran, and a serviceman with that honor deserves a big celebration for …

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Disabled Veteran Makes Canes For Fellow Vets Out Of Donated Christmas Trees

January 9, 2020January 9, 2020 by KXXV

A Central Texas man is helping our nation’s veterans put their best foot forward, but he needs your help. Jamie Willis, owner of Canes for …

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The U.S. Postal Service Has A New Stamp That Benefits Veterans With PTSD

December 7, 2019December 7, 2019 by Brittany Anas

The United States Postal Service debuted a new stamp that will help raise funds for veterans who are living with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. …

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This 96-Year-Old World War II Veteran Is Going Viral For Playing The National Anthem On Harmonica At An NBA Game

November 13, 2019March 14, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Madison Square Garden has seen its share of legendary musicians through the years, from Elvis to Stevie Wonder— but on Sunday a new star emerged: …

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This Judge Set Some Unique Parole Conditions For 2 Men Who Lied About Military Service

September 5, 2019September 17, 2019 by Kate Streit

It’s been said that a punishment should fit the crime. And in one recent case, the parole conditions one judge set for two defendants seems …

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This 97-Year-Old D-Day Veteran Reunited With His Long-Lost Love After 75 Years

June 14, 2019August 4, 2020 by Augusta Statz

June 6 is a day that will not be forgotten, as it marks the anniversary of the D-Day invasion on the beaches of Normandy. The …

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This Man Is Mowing Lawns For Free For Veterans In All 50 States

June 13, 2019August 2, 2019 by CNN

Have you been to all 50 states before? What about five times? Rodney Smith Jr. is finishing his fifth “tour” of the United States helping …

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This Teenager’s Gorgeous Prom Dress Pays Tribute To Fallen Marines

June 13, 2019August 5, 2020 by Augusta Statz

Prom is a memorable night in any teen’s life, but Illinois teen Aubrey Headon decided to make her prom night even more special by honoring …

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This Navy Veteran Sold His Lifelong Collection Of Baseball Memorabilia To Help Fellow Vets

May 1, 2019May 1, 2019 by WCPO News

Navy veteran Anthony Teague spent years building his collection of baseball memorabilia, some of it near priceless: Helmets, signed baseballs, antique catcher’s mitts with worn …

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25th National Memorial Day Concert

Tom Hanks And Other Celebs Made A Heartwarming Video Thanking ‘Lt. Dan’ Gary Sinise

February 14, 2019February 20, 2019 by Kate Streit

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One Of Google’s Super Bowl Commercials Was A Special Message For Military Veterans

February 4, 2019February 4, 2019 by Kate Streit

During Super Bowl LIII, Google aired a new spot that sent a message specifically to our nation’s veterans. The commercial was narrated by actor John …

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This Viral Photo Of Santa Kneeling Before A 93-Year-Old Veteran Will Warm Your Heart

December 17, 2018December 21, 2018 by Anna Weaver

The Santa at the Concord Mall in Wilmington, Delaware, might be the real deal. That’s according to Gina Wilbur, who captured a picture of her local …

Read moreThis Viral Photo Of Santa Kneeling Before A 93-Year-Old Veteran Will Warm Your Heart

Powerball Jackpot Expected To Reach A Whopping Record-Breaking 1.5 Billion

This Powerball Winner Is Already Sharing Some Of The Money With Wounded Veterans

November 16, 2018November 16, 2018 by Kate Streit

Lerynne West recently won $343.9 million in a recent Powerball drawing. It’s quite the windfall for this single mom from Redfield, Iowa, so her announcement that …

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Giant Portraits Of WWI Soldiers Were Drawn On Beaches To Remember Their Service—100 Years After The War Ended

November 12, 2018November 12, 2018 by Caroline Shannon-Karasik

Portraits of soldiers who died in World War One have been etched into the sands of a U.K. beach and the result is quite stunning. The …

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Free Haircuts For Veterans At Great Clips And Sport Clips

November 8, 2018November 8, 2018 by Kaitlin Gates

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Here’s How Veterans Can Get BOGO Entrees At Chipotle On Nov. 11

November 6, 2018November 8, 2018 by Bridget Sharkey

Veteran’s Day is Sunday, Nov. 11, and in honor of this special day that commemorates the sacrifices of over 20 million brave women and men, …

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This Veteran Opened A Horse Ranch To Help Military Families

October 25, 2018October 26, 2018 by CNN

October in Georgia is when summer finally gives way to fall and the atmosphere paces itself like a perfectly curated air conditioner. One recent Saturday …

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This Town Only Uses ‘Quiet Fireworks’ To Keep From Scaring Pets And Kids

July 3, 2018July 3, 2019 by Augusta Statz

It just wouldn’t be a Fourth of July celebration without fireworks — but for some, the fireworks display is less than enjoyable. Young children, pets …

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This University Is Helping Children Of Fallen Soldiers By Offering Free Tuition

June 4, 2018June 4, 2018 by Kate Streit

The University of Memphis will make history this coming fall when it becomes the first school in the country to accept the Folds of Honor …

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People Rallied Around This Veteran Who Tried To Sell His Hearing Aids To Help His Sick Wife

June 3, 2018June 3, 2018 by Kate Streit

Army veteran Gilbert Hoppe, 75, is currently battling cancer, and is also the main caretaker for his wife, Linda, who is suffering from chronic obstructive …

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The Royal Family Lay Wreaths At The Cenotaph On Remembrance Sunday

How The Poppy Became The Symbol Of World War I

May 24, 2018May 24, 2018 by Kate Streit

Have you noticed the red poppy pins members of the British royal family often wear on their lapels? What’s up with that? Prince Harry’s fiance, …

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These Veterans Share The Touching Story Of How They Met And Fell In Love In A Nursing Home

February 16, 2018February 16, 2018 by Chelsea Davis

There’s nothing better than a good story that reminds us of how love can prevail. So we’re loving this sweet tale of two World War …

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Channing Tatum’s New ‘War Dogs’ Documentary Honors Dogs Who Serve

November 21, 2017November 21, 2017 by CNN

Channing Tatum is used to sharing himself with the public. As one of the most recognizable stars in Hollywood, it’s not a foreign experience for …

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‘Old Dog Haven’ Takes In Homeless Senior Dogs And Covers Vet Bills For Life

February 16, 2017 by Brinke Guthrie

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Female Veteran Writes A Powerful Response To Sexist Note On Her Car

June 20, 2016June 21, 2016 by Carina Wolff

When Rebecca Landis Hayes parked in a Veteran Parking space at her local North Carolina grocery store, she didn’t think twice about she was doing …

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Students Respectfully Volunteer As Pallbearers For Homeless Veterans

November 1, 2015 by Josephine Yurcaba

Students at the University of Detroit Jesuit High School have started a new kind of public service. More than 50 young men from the all-boys …

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