WWII veteran receives a free haircut on his 100th birthday
We can all dream about reaching the fine old age of 100, it’s a huge achievement but have any of us thought about how we would celebrate such a milestone birthday? One World War II ...
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83-year-old veteran able to leave home for first time in two years after volunteers build him a ramp
As we’ve all had to spend more time in our homes to stay safe, we should have more empathy with those whose everyday life is confined to their home because of a disability. Chuck Wood ...
93-year-old veteran carves walking sticks to raise money for food pantry
At 93 years old veteran John Hobson is showing no signs of slowing down. At an age when he should be sitting back, relaxing, and letting others take care of him, the former Air Force ...
Former homeless veteran, mom of 6 set to become first-generation college graduate – well done, LaKendra
A former homeless veteran is breaking down barriers after doing enough to become a first-generation graduate from UA-Little Rock. As per reports, LaKendra Mackey is a mother to no less than six children, so one ...
Kate Middleton comforts boy, 11, wearing medals of his Marine dad who died in Afghanistan
As we honor veterans on both sides of the Atlantic the Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton chatted to those children who have lost parents in service. In a touching moment caught on camera Kate Middleton ...
‘Fearless’ Veteran Army Nurse who served in Japan in World War II turns 100 – congratulations!
Veteran Army Nurse Regina Benson has proven to be a different kettle of fish to most people. This strong, inspiring woman, who helped to saves lives during World War II, turned 100 years old this year. For the ...
Disabled veteran, 63, was so lonely he wrote an ad asking to treat a stranger to dinner
When it comes to real life heroes, there are few so worthy of the title as our veterans. Having risked their lives to serve their country, they deserve all the love, praise and happiness that ...
WWII pilot and retired colonel celebrates 100th birthday – let’s hear it for him
People who walk by him in the street might not know it, but Jack Koser is a true hero. Way back in 1940, Jack enlisted in the Army Air Corps, going on to fly 23 ...
U.S. Marine walks over 800 miles to raise veteran suicide awareness
A United States Marine has just completed an 800-mile walk to raise veteran suicide awareness. Travis Snyder served his country from 2012 to 2018 and decided to walk around Lake Michigan and bring awareness to ...
Veteran goes against the law to break free dying dog left in a hot car
In April, a man named Jason Minson, a former US Army Sergeant from Chesapeake, Virginia, shared on Facebook the saga of a poor dog he came across. The dog was standing in the parked, turned-off ...