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The Harrowing WWII Story of Sadao Munemori: The First Japanese American Medal of Honor Recipient

Despite intense prejudice against Japanese Americans during World War II, Sadao Munemori was determined to fight for his nation. His bravery and dedication to duty would eventually save multiple lives at the cost of his own, posthumously earning him…

Nov 23, 2021
What It’s Like Celebrating Thanksgiving with a Deployed Spouse

Celebrating Thanksgiving with a deployed spouse can take its toll on the entire military family, but especially on the military spouses. Andrea Weathers shares her firsthand accounts of spending Thanksgivings apart from both her Navy husband and her own family - and how her military community supported her through it all.
Nov 22, 2021
USO Therapy Dogs: Aspen the Bernese Mountain Dog

Meet Aspen, a USO therapy dog ready to lend a paw and help service members one tail wag at a time.
Nov 22, 2021
Airman Shares How Her Native American Heritage Has Impacted Her Military Career

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brittinie Alvarez, a member of the Shoshone and Bannock tribes, shares how her Native American heritage and upbringing has impacted her life and military career.

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