Tuskegee Airman from Bethesda celebrates 100th birthday with a flight
Retired Col. Charles McGee will turn 100 years old on Saturday and while the years may have slowed him down some, they haven't dimmed the memories of his 30-year service to his country as a Tuskegee Airman who paved the way for generations to come.
Retired Col. Charles McGee will turn 100 years old on Saturday and while the years may have slowed him down some, they haven't dimmed the memories of his 30-year service to his country as a Tuskegee Airman who paved the way for generations to come.
Timeline: The critical events which led to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor
When the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, it became one of the worst attacks ever carried out on American soil and changed the course of the country, spurring the United States' entry into WWII.
When the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, it became one of the worst attacks ever carried out on American soil and changed the course of the country, spurring the United States' entry into WWII.
3 soldiers confirmed dead in Minnesota National Guard Black Hawk helicopter crash
Three soldiers are confirmed dead after a Minnesota National Guard Black Hawk helicopter crashed near Kimball Thursday afternoon, according to the Minnesota National Guard.
Three soldiers are confirmed dead after a Minnesota National Guard Black Hawk helicopter crashed near Kimball Thursday afternoon, according to the Minnesota National Guard.
Millions of wreaths to be placed on military gravestones across the country — here’s how you can get involved
National Wreaths Across America Day is Dec. 14, 2019, observed annually to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and teach the next generation about the value of freedom.
National Wreaths Across America Day is Dec. 14, 2019, observed annually to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and teach the next generation about the value of freedom.
'I would love to send these men home': Man hopes to find families of Navy sailors in photos
"If anyone knows these men, or the families they belong to, I would love to send these men home."
"If anyone knows these men, or the families they belong to, I would love to send these men home."
Specialized canine auditory gear developed to protect military dogs from hearing loss
Specialized canine auditory gear has been developed to protect military dogs from hearing loss during training, the U.S. Army said Wednesday in a news release.
Specialized canine auditory gear has been developed to protect military dogs from hearing loss during training, the U.S. Army said Wednesday in a news release.
Veterans open new Eisenhower Bridge of Valor across Mississippi River in Red Wing
The new bridge spanning the Mississippi River will replace the the one originally dedicated in 1960.
The new bridge spanning the Mississippi River will replace the the one originally dedicated in 1960.
Navy dad surprises son at school in heartwarming reunion
A Central Florida father who has been deployed for nine months gave his son the surprise of a lifetime at his Winter Garden school Friday.
A Central Florida father who has been deployed for nine months gave his son the surprise of a lifetime at his Winter Garden school Friday.
Minnesota’s first American Legion post in six years bears badge number of fallen Minneapolis police officer
For the first time in six years, the American Legion is opening up a new post in Minnesota.
For the first time in six years, the American Legion is opening up a new post in Minnesota.
Minnesota woman searching to connect families after USS Grayback discovery
One family in Marshall, Minnesota, has flown the MIA-POW flag every year on Memorial Day. But now, after a Veterans Day discovery, they will need to re-evaluate their tradition.
One family in Marshall, Minnesota, has flown the MIA-POW flag every year on Memorial Day. But now, after a Veterans Day discovery, they will need to re-evaluate their tradition.
Minneapolis students reunite with service dog they bought for Army veteran
At St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School in northeast Minneapolis, Army veteran Jared Nelson and his service dog Charger took center stage at the school’s Veterans Day ceremony.
At St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School in northeast Minneapolis, Army veteran Jared Nelson and his service dog Charger took center stage at the school’s Veterans Day ceremony.
‘Just like I remembered’: 101-year-old WWII veteran takes to the skies once more
To walk in the shoes of 101-year-old WWII veteran Bill Patten is to walk in the footsteps of history, and history has come calling -- all for his decision that took flight some 78 years ago.
To walk in the shoes of 101-year-old WWII veteran Bill Patten is to walk in the footsteps of history, and history has come calling -- all for his decision that took flight some 78 years ago.
American submarine sunk with 80 aboard during WWII discovered off coast of Japan
The USS Grayback, a United States submarine that was sunk in 1944 in an enemy attack during World War II, was lost to the ocean floor for 75 years until its recent discovery off the coast of Okinawa, Japan by the Lost 52 Project.
The USS Grayback, a United States submarine that was sunk in 1944 in an enemy attack during World War II, was lost to the ocean floor for 75 years until its recent discovery off the coast of Okinawa, Japan by the Lost 52 Project.
Gov. Walz hosts Veterans Day program in Inver Grove Heights, other ceremonies taking place across Minnesota
Veterans Day ceremonies and commemorations will take place across the nation Monday, paying tribute to the countless men and women who have served and protected our country.
Veterans Day ceremonies and commemorations will take place across the nation Monday, paying tribute to the countless men and women who have served and protected our country.
D-Day hero surprised by friends, family with party on 95th birthday
Hubert Miller was 19 when he stormed the beaches of Normandy to help liberate German-occupied France along with thousands of other Allied soldiers.
Hubert Miller was 19 when he stormed the beaches of Normandy to help liberate German-occupied France along with thousands of other Allied soldiers.
Dozens of veterans honored at brunch in Bloomington ahead of Veterans Day
Monday, people across the country will be recognized for their bravery and time served in the military as the nation marks Veterans Day.
Monday, people across the country will be recognized for their bravery and time served in the military as the nation marks Veterans Day.
World War II veteran receives high school diploma at the age of 95
A World War II veteran received his high school diploma at the age of 95 -- more than 70 years after he left school and joined the Marine Corps.
A World War II veteran received his high school diploma at the age of 95 -- more than 70 years after he left school and joined the Marine Corps.
Veteran who served in four military branches reflects on his career: 'I'm a lucky guy'
Yonel Dorelis considers himself one of the luckiest guys in the world.
Yonel Dorelis considers himself one of the luckiest guys in the world.
Decades after his death, Korean War soldier's remains return to Minnesota
A soldier from Red Wing, Minnesota, who was killed during the Korean War, has finally returned home.
A soldier from Red Wing, Minnesota, who was killed during the Korean War, has finally returned home.
'Band of brothers': Guards keep eternal watch over Tomb of the Unknowns for those who made ultimate sacrifice
Tomb guards maintain a constant vigil day and night, in rain, sleet and snow, to ensure the Unknowns will forever rest with dignity and honor.
Tomb guards maintain a constant vigil day and night, in rain, sleet and snow, to ensure the Unknowns will forever rest with dignity and honor.