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World War II 'Code Girl' shares her story in women's branch of Navy
7+ hour, 15+ min ago (61+ words) World War II 'Code Girl' shares her story in women's branch of Navy'weareiowa.com World War II 'Code Girl' shares her story in women's branch of Navy To stream WeAreIowa on your phone, you need the WeAreIowa app. Download the…...
Veteran shares tribute to Army reservist killed in Kuwait
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (53+ words) Veteran shares tribute to Army reservist killed in Kuwait'weareiowa.com Veteran shares tribute to Army reservist killed in Kuwait To stream WeAreIowa on your phone, you need the WeAreIowa app. Download the WeAreIowa app Next up in 5 Example video title…...
Iowa veteran marking 81st D-Day anniversary in a unique, once in a lifetime way
9+ mon, 5+ day ago (551+ words) WEST DES MOINES, Iowa " NOTE: The full 1-on-1 interview can be found at the bottom of this article and either on WeAreIowa+ or the'Local 5 News YouTube channel. This Friday marks 81 years since one of the most important events in World…...
Remains of World War II veteran return home after 80 years
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (313+ words) CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio " After 80 years, the remains of a true American hero have returned home to'Northeast Ohio. On Saturday, Platoon Sgt. Harold Weaver of Cuyahoga Falls was laid to rest.' "Platoon sergeant Harold Weaver gave the ultimate sacrifice," said Cuyahoga…...
'He's had a remarkable life:' WWII veteran, Jesuit Dallas coach celebrates turning 101
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (626+ words) DALLAS " On a momentous Tuesday night, Herb Sheaner's family hung a massive banner from the front porch of his Lakewood home and decorated a birthday cake with candles numbered 101." Looking down at the cake, he responded, "101? That's ridiculous. Nobody gets…...