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Whiskey and War Stories Gala returns for 10th annual Silent Warrior event
4+ hour, 31+ min ago (62+ words) Whiskey and War Stories Gala returns for 10th annual Silent Warrior event13newsnow.com Whiskey and War Stories Gala returns for 10th annual Silent Warrior event To stream 13News Now on your phone, you need the 13News Now app. Download the 13News Now app Next up in…...
Youngest member of the Tuskegee Airmen dies at 100
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (534+ words) SARASOTA, Fla. " Lt. Col. George Hardy of Sarasota, one of the'last surviving Tuskegee Airmen, has died at 100. According to the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. National Office, Lt. Col. Hardy was "the youngest Red Tail fighter pilot at 19 to fly his first…...
NAS Oceana Air Show returns to Virginia Beach this weekend
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (444+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " The 2025 NAS Oceana Air Show is happening this weekend, and it's celebrating a huge anniversary for the Navy. The theme for this year's air show is "250 Years of America's Navy,"referencing the 250th year since the founding of…...
World War II Navy veteran celebrates 99th birthday — Chick-fil-A style
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (147+ words) ACWORTH, Ga. " A World War II Navy veteran went to "eat more chicken" at a popular restaurant to celebrate living to nearly a century. After leaving the Navy, Stroud spent 62 years working as an aeronautical engineer." Now, at 99, Stroud spends…...
WWII veteran celebrates 106th birthday
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (205+ words) SURRY, Va. " In a truly special moment for the community of Surry County, Virginia, family and friends gathered to celebrate a remarkable milestone: the 106th birthday of World War II veteran Purcell Bailey." The celebration was a heartfelt tribute to a…...
Ceremony on Battleship Wisconsin marks 80th anniversary of WWII's end
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (183+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " A ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II will be held aboard the USS Wisconsin (BB-64) in downtown Norfolk on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The program will reflect on…...
Norfolk veteran recognized for efforts in Korean War, over 70 years later
6+ mon, 1+ day ago (253+ words) NORFOLK, Va. " On Monday in Norfolk, a veteran of the Korean War was honored for his valor and sacrifice by finally getting recognition for his service to the country. A ceremony was held at American Legion Tidewater Post 327, where William…...
Mystery surrounding Houston soldier missing since D-Day finally solved
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (388+ words) FEATURED - Bike Ministry, Diamondbacks' Kid, Lost Wallet Under Hood HOUSTON " After more than 80 years, a World War II mystery that haunted a Houston family has finally been solved. U.S. Army Private First Class Nicholas Hartman, a young soldier from Houston who…...
Fallen sailor with to be honored with full military tribute
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (132+ words) BROWNSVILLE, Texas " The remains of Seaman Angelina Resendiz will return to her hometown with full military honors this Friday at Valley International Airport in Harlingen, Texas. The ceremony is scheduled for 8 p.m. RELATED: Timeline: The disappearance and death of sailor Angelina…...
Smithfield Tuskegee Airman's legacy honored with immersive exhibit
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (293+ words) SMITHFIELD, Va. " Many may have heard about the famous Tuskegee Airmen, but there's more to the story, and local ties to Virginia. All of which is being showcased through a unique partnership and experience with the Schoolhouse Museum and Commemorative…...