On the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we take a look at five men awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions on that day

President John F

Barney F

The first African-American aviators in the U.S

The first women to enlist in the Marines joined up on this day in history – a somewhat astonishing 95 years ago

After ending a 26-year career at the Pentagon, U.S. Marine Col.Christopher Starling has continued his service to Americans—albeit in a different way

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One funeral home in Corpus Christi, Texas has found a special way to honor the men and women who’ve served their nation

Though not affiliated with the United States government, for more than 70 years, the USO been one of the United States’ troops’ most dedicated advocates

Kevin Kirk is currently transitioning out of the United States Navy, where he had the honor of serving from 2009-2015

Until her death in March 2011, Rose Gorga was the oldest female World War II veteran

The attack on Pearl Harbor marked a turning point in American history, with President Franklin D. Roosevelt calling Dec

When 107-year-old WWII veteran Roscoe Cassidy died, he was afraid that since he had outlived his friends and comrades, no one would be left to attend his funera

In November 1952, when a U.S

Peggy Harris married her husband, Billy, just six weeks before he shipped out to fight in World War II. He never came home. Mrs

Before his death last week at age 96, World War II veteran Nicholas Oresko was the oldest living Medal of Honor recipient

On Memorial Day, as we tip our hats to all who have fought and died for our country, we look at a few of those proud faces

John Moton Jr. valiantly served his country in World War II, but it was 65 years before he received his medals

Legacy.com’s database is full of stories of couples who fell in love during World War II service

In recognition of the Marine Corps' 236th birthday on Nov

We pay tribute to the 30 brave U.S. servicemen who died August 6 when their helicopter was shot down in Afghanistan

The Distinguished Flying Cross is the third-highest award – behind the Medal of Honor and Distinguished Service Cross – for recognizing airmen for valor in aeri

J. T. Britton was the last surviving member of the most highly decorated aircrew in U.S. history

Nichole Alred served six years in the Army as a diesel mechanic. Her experience in Iraq changed her life forever

For many young athletes who worship star athletes, making it as a professional football player is the ultimate dream

This Veterans Day, we're offering a special salute to those Missing In Action

The men and women who fought in World War II are disappearing, and this week saw the death of one of the war’s oldest combatants

In 2009 Marine Capt. Matthew Freeman was killed by enemy fire in Afghanistan

Edward “Babe” Heffron, a member of the famed Band of Brothers who served in the U.S. Army in World War II, died this week at 90

There aren’t many 20-somethings who are praised by the President of the United States for their heroism, but Mike Proper was one of them

Beginning in 1941 and continuing for half a century, Bob Hope headlined 57 USO tours, bringing a bit of joy to the lives of U.S. military men and women

The Medal of Honor honors military personnel who distinguish themselves through "gallantry in action, and other soldier-like qualities

Van Barfoot gained national attention in 2009 when he fought to keep his 21-foot flagpole at his Henrico County home after the homeowners association ordered it

Civil War veteran Alvin C. Smith was recently eulogized at a graveside ceremony, more than 60 years after his death

Korean War veteran James Catron died of natural causes on Memorial Day while attempting to replace a tattered American flag atop his 20-foot TV tower

Since 2001 the Navy SEALs have been heavily utilized in the War on Terror

Leonard J. Kratcoski served his country through three wars, with two military branches

With Memorial Day approaching, award-winning author and veteran David Danelo spoke with Legacy.com about his unique view of patriotism and r

Seventy years after Sgt. Charles A

The Congressional Medal of Honor recognizes “conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty” in the U.S

Just before Independence Day this year, America lost one more of the men who helped save the nation in World War II: Johnie Roseborough, who fought for his coun

In 1943, Joe Hunt was on top of the U.S. tennis rankings, coming off a win in the U.S. singles championship

Amidst the many solemn ceremonies in remembrance of veterans taking place in England today is one unique funeral

On May 28, 1971, the U.S. lost one of the greatest soldiers it's ever known. He just so happened to be a movie star, too

We’re highlighting just a few of the many American women who have lost their lives while serving overseas in Iraq and Afghanistan

Today we salute the veterans who never failed to honor their fallen comrades at Memorial Day parades

Corporal Jason Dunham, United States Marine Corps, holds a distinction that only a few of the best and bravest share

Postal worker Rocco Gedaro had to wait nearly 60 years to receive the sergeant stripes he earned while serving with the Army’s 90th Infantry Division in Europe

The town of Immokalee, Florida, honored their hometown hero Army Sgt. Linda Lamour Pierre, who was killed in Afghanistan

Robert Aurand didn’t talk much about his war experiences, but he sure was proud to have served his country