His song “God Bless the USA” has been called one of the most recognized songs in America. Lee continues to back up those lyrics with USO shows and participation in several Veteran support organizations.
Tom Jones has more that 3,500 flight hours including combat sorties in Iraq. But perhaps his biggest challenge was crafting a plan for a 27% reduction in manning without an interruption of mission capability.
Hershel “Woody” Williams was first rejected by the Marines because he was too small. After height regulations were changed he would enlist and prove himself. On Iwo Jima “Woody” engaged in a four hour, one man flamethrower crusade against enemy pillboxes. His actions would earn him the Medal of Honor.
On a mission to find/rescue deserter Bowe Bergdahl, Jimmy Hatch received a grievous leg wound that would end his career and take the life of a trusty Military Dog. His powerful new book reveals how he has lived life since that moment.
The Smithsonian Channel’s Series “Hell Below” chronicles some of the successes and tragedies of submarine warfare during the Second World War. Award winning author James M. Scott joins us to discuss the second season of “Hell Below” which premieres July 1.
One of the more intriguing chapters of World War II history – the American Pilots who were fighting the Japanese BEFORE the attack on Pearl Harbor. With author Sam Kleiner
Captain Christy Wise is the first female amputee to return to the cockpit. She is also helping children gain access to prostheses so that can live fuller lives.
Before he retired from the Army, Master Sergeant Andre Rush was known as the “Strongest Chef in the Military”. Now he’s helping to raise awareness about Veteran’s issues.
Tom Satterly spent two decades as a member of the Army’s elite Delta Force. He participated in the “Black Hawk Down” battle and also the missions to capture Saddam Hussein.
New York Firefighter Tim Brown responded the World Trade Center bombing in 1993 and then survived the WTC attacks in 2001. A compelling discussion on why we should NEVER FORGET.