May 28, 2018 The incredible ceremony honoring ALL who have served -- even those veterans with no family to mourn for them “Unattended” is shorthand for an act of grace on the part of the cemetery’s staff, its volunteers, and hundreds of other supporters.
May 27, 2018 NASCAR driver honors military by helping raise thousands for children of fallen servicemembers NASCAR driver Jeffrey Earnhardt, the grandson of the legendary Dale Earnhardt, honored fallen U.S. servicemembers in a special way during the Memorial Day weekend.
May 27, 2018 Poppy Memorial displayed on National Mall: 'You can't help but be inspired... and sad' Generations have associated a common poppy flower as a representation of our fallen bravest.
May 27, 2018 ‘American Sniper’ wife, Taya Kyle: The overwhelming spirit of Chris is palpable in the hot dry winds of Odessa It was such an emotional day in Odessa. Senator Kel Seliger imagined years from now, after we are all long gone, there will be a child who sees the memorial and asks his or her parents “Who was Chris Kyle?” That’s when my heart clutched and the tears sprang up.
May 27, 2018 No anthem? No problem -- Ballgame crowd sings it anyway What happens when the national anthem isn't played before a ballgame? In Fresno, Calif., first the crowd boos, then it takes it upon themselves to sing it anyway -- a cappella.
May 27, 2018 Hero teacher who bravely stopped Indiana school shooter gets praise from White House President Trump thanked Jason Seaman, a science teacher who was credited with averting a school shooting on Friday.
May 27, 2018 One of the first female Marines honored at Ohio luncheon One of the first female Marines honored at a luncheon in Ohio on Thursday called her decision to join the service the "best thing" she's ever done.
May 27, 2018 Marine killed in Vietnam 51 years ago receives medals at ceremony Two Purple Hearts and other medals awarded to a Marine killed in Vietnam were posthumously presented to the fallen hero at a ceremony Saturday in Pennsylvania.
May 27, 2018 Don't forget what Memorial Day is really about This Memorial Day weekend, Americans are enjoying the warm weather, cookouts and all sorts of outdoor recreational opportunities as we spend time with family and friends.
May 27, 2018 Memorial Day reminds us that our freedom didn't come cheaply For many Americans, the Memorial Day weekend means a backyard cookout with family and friends. Some head to the beach or to a neighborhood park.