Actor Charles Durning first recruited Joe to perform at the National Memorial Day Concert. Joe Mantegna co-hosts the National Memorial Day Concert with his friend/fellow actor Gary Sinise and is spokesperson for the National Army Museum. Did you know he had FIVE uncles that served during World War II?
U-2 Pilot Lt. Col. Jon "Huggy" Huggins Lt. Col. John Huggins has more than 7,000 flight hours in various aircraft and more combined time in the T-38 and U-2 than any other pilot in the last quarter century.
Ron Aiello with "Stormy" They go into combat with our soldiers and often make the ultimate sacrifice. They deserve the respect and care earned by every veteran. Ron Aiello was a military dog handler in Vietnam and is President of the United States War Dogs Association.
A special extended examination of liberty, freedom and other concepts that make our nation special. Co-Hosted by Constitutional Scholar Jeff Utsch Guests: Gary Sinise Col. Lee Ellis Major Stacie Shafran General Robin Rand
The “new” USS America (LHA-6) is the fourth warship to bear the name of our nation. This state of the art amphibious assault ship is not scheduled to be commissioned until October, but our American Warrior listeners receive a special preview. Photo credit Phil Konstantin Calling in live from aboard the USS America are Master Chief Steve Kennedy and Electricians Mate Third Class Jacob Smith. Chief Kennedy is the Senior Enlisted Engineer for the USS America and is [...]
Noted Naval Historian Robert Cressman recounts one of the most significant battles of World War II in the Pacific – the Battle of Midway. "A Glorious Page in our History" is Cressman's book about the Battle of Midway
Did you know there are "Air Force One" M&M's? The missions and role of the US Air Force Security Forces. Major Richard Martin, Commander of the 99th Security Forces Squadron – selected 2013 best in entire US Air Force.
He served over two decades in the US Navy and rose to rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer…all the while hiding a deep secret. John suffered from Cerebral Palsy but he would NOT let that prevent him from fulfilling his dream to serve our nation. John Quinn - Motivational Speaker and Author of “Someone Like Me”
“These things we do..that others may live,” is the motto of USAF Rescue Forces. That Others May Live Foundation has provided support for USAF Rescue Warriors and Families since 2002. Guests: James "Yogi" McElhenney - Exec. Director Laura Lerdall - Deputy Exec. Director for Operations
The City of Tucson is recognized as having one of the best "namesake" relationships in the entire US Navy with the USS Tucson, a Los Angeles class fast attack submarine. Commander Mike Beckette and Chief of the Boat John Adams call in with updates from the submarine.