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National Guardsman from Three-Gold Star Family Earns Soldier of the Year Honor
Published on TaskandPurpose.com Jake Evans, a National Guardsman from a three-Gold Star family, was named Soldier of the Year, following in the footsteps of his family’s long legacy of service.
A Journey of Remembrance: Honoring Family and Sacrifice in Vietnam
Published on RecordCourier.com Jeff Evans, a Johnson Lane resident, traveled 8,000 miles to Vietnam to honor the memory of his uncle and father, both of whom were killed in the
U.S. Highway 20 Designated as National Medal of Honor Highway
Published on Legion.org U.S. Highway 20 has officially been designated as the National Medal of Honor Highway, honoring America’s bravest heroes along its 3,365-mile coast-to-coast route from Newport, Oregon, to
Honoring Service of Larry Gassner
Published on PhilomathNews.com Staff Sgt. Larry Gassner, a Philomath native, made the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War, losing his life just 100 days after deploying to Vietnam. Honored by
Remembering David Styles
Published on PhilomathNews.com David Styles is remembered for his bravery, humor, and dedication as a combat medic in Vietnam. Killed in action on March 29, 1969, he left an indelible
Honoring Paul J. Cochran
Published on PhilomathNews.com On the 54th anniversary of his half-brother Paul J. Cochran’s death, Fritz Baier visited Philomath to honor the soldier and learn more about the future veterans memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Update: Your Questions Answered
It’s official! The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is no longer an idea. Every day, we’re making serious strides toward building Oregon’s newest memorial for those who served bravely. But this is
Meet the Members of the Welcome Home Club
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a project deeply rooted in community, mutual respect, and honor – the values embodied by all who have donated to this meaningful project. From the