You might be surprised why George Washington created our first military medal
In 1782, as the Revolutionary War was winding down and peace talks were happening in Paris, Gen. George Washington came up ...
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Local WWII veteran receives medals with help from Congressman John Joyce
Congressman John Joyce welcomed 97 year old World War II veteran Walter Marasco and his family to his office in Altoona to ...
Battle of Iwo Jima veterans honor 80th anniversary of famed World War II battle
One by one, with canes, walkers, and wheelchairs in tow, these veterans carefully navigated their way to the World War II Memorial for a brief ceremony.
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WW 2 veteran receives medals
Friday, World War II Navy seaman Walter Marasco, 97, received several medals that he’d earned during his years in the service ...
WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday
On this Friday, Feb. 21, it’s time to say Happy 100th Birthday to retired Navy veteran Felix Maurizio, who joined the Navy ...