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Member of The Greatest Generation Shares His Story

May 13, 2022April 28, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments The Greatest Generation, World War II, WWII Veteran

Robert Kohn is a member of The Greatest Generation and a hero. Hear his story in his own words here.

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Jewish WWII Veteran Shares His Story of Capture by Germans (Video)

April 6, 2022April 4, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments Veteran, WWII Veteran

Jewish WWII Veteran Marty Schlocker shares the story of how he was captured by German forces during the war and how he survived.

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An Iwo Jima Veteran Had a Very Special Birthday Thanks to an Act of Kindness from Strangers Around the World.

March 5, 2022February 28, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments The Greatest Generation, Veteran, veterans, WWII Veteran

This World War II Iwo Jima veteran received a very special surprise for his 95th Birthday. Check out the heartwarming story here.

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Hero Spotlight: WW II Veteran Virgil Westdale and His Incredible Service

March 4, 2022March 4, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments Hero Spotlight, The Greatest Generation, veterans, World War II, WWII Veteran

Virgil Westdale was a hero during World War II and he deserves our undying respect.

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World War II Veteran Honored With Bronze Star Decades After He Earned It

February 26, 2022February 16, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments The Greatest Generation, World War II, WWII Veteran

Robert Shields is a World War II veteran who fought in the Battle of The Bulge. However, he did not receive his Bronze Star until 2021.

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World War II Ghost Army Honored with Congressional Gold Medal 75 Years After Service

February 19, 2022February 8, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments The Greatest Generation, veterans, WWII, WWII Veteran

The “Ghost Army” was a unique part of the allied efforts during WW2. Decades later, they are receiving recognition for their work.

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Souls of Valor
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‘Souls of Valor’ Photo Exhibit Recognizes African American World War II veterans

February 18, 2022February 8, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments Black history month, The Greatest Generation, veterans, WWII Veteran

Souls of Valor is a photo exhibit that honors the African-American heroes of World War II in recognition of their important service.

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World War 2 Veteran and Football Hall of Famer Pete Pihos’ Lost Dog Tags Returned to His Family After Surprise Discovery

February 5, 2022February 4, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments veterans, WWII Veteran

Pete Pihos is was a World War 2 veteran and a football hall of famer. An unexpected discovery brought his WW2 dog tags home to his family.

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A World War II Soldier Sent an Important Letter Home in 1945 and it Was Delivered More Than 70 Years Later

January 25, 2022January 20, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments The Greatest Generation, WW2, WWII Veteran

A World War II soldier sent e letter home during the war. It was delivered to his widow more than 70 years later. Read the unusual story here.

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WWII Veteran Receives Medal Decades After He Earned it

January 22, 2022January 20, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0 Comments The Greatest Generation, Veteran, veterans, WWII Veteran

This WWII veteran finally received a long-overdue medal. Check out the touching story and heartwarming video here.

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These 1950s TV Shows Brought Radio Characters to the Screen

May 12, 2022April 25, 2022 The Greatest Generation 0

1950s television thrilled audiences with fantastic adventures and made them laugh with groundbreaking comedies many of which were born on radio.

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The 1940s and 1950s Were the Golden Age of Comic Books — Do You Remember?

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Do You Remember This Cool 1950s Slang?

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They Called Him ‘The Father of Rock and Roll’ — Do You Remember Chuck Berry?

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