Inspirational

Mon 7/4/2016

On Freedom and Liberty

2021-02-15T09:42:35-07:00July 4th, 2016|

Gary Sinise at Korean DMZ Freedom and liberty are the topics for two warriors and two civilians. Major Stacie Shafran served in both Iraq and Afghanistan. During her Afghanistan deployment she was part of a provisional reconstruction team assigned to work with Afghan women. She shares the differences and parallels between what those women are seeking and the important reforms led by women in our own country. Stacie also reminds us to consider leaders like Abraham Lincoln who advanced [...]

Sun 4/24/2016

William Shatner Rides Across America – William Shatner, Bill Sloan – American Legion Riders

2021-02-06T18:53:12-07:00April 24th, 2016|

William Shatner rode 2400 miles across America to raise awareness about the American Legion and it's programs.  Along the way he found exhaustion AND inspiration. The Canadian born actor, author, musician and commercial pitch man began his career in radio. He moved to the stage performing Shakespeare and debuted on Broadway in 1956. His big screen career started alongside Yul Brynner in "The Brothers Karamazov" and his first role as a military officer came in the 1961 film "Judgement at [...]

Sun 1/17/2016

“As Tough As They Come” – Recalibrated Warrior SSgt Travis Mills

2021-03-04T10:50:11-07:00January 17th, 2016|

On April 10th, 2012 Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne was on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan when he was wounded by an IED. The explosion took portions of both arms and legs. He would become one of only five quadruple amputees from Iraq and Afghanistan to survive his injuries. The heroic efforts of men in his unit and teams of surgeons would save his life. But it was up to Travis to rebuild his spirit. [...]

Sun 11/30/2014

Thanksgiving Special

2023-11-23T15:50:53-07:00November 30th, 2014|

For many of us, Thanksgiving is a time to count our blessings and spend time with friends and families. The holiday can be quite different for our military members. A special, thought provoking perspective with Ellen Jimenez, Chairperson of the Tucson Chamber Military Affairs Committee and Navy/Air Force Veteran Andrew Meshel.

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