Vietnam

Son Finds Audio of Dad’s Combat in Vietnam
Son Finds Audio of Dad’s Combat in Vietnam
Son Finds Audio of Dad’s Combat in Vietnam
Dr. Mark Garrison is an Illinois native, and the author of the book "Guts 'N Gunships, What it was Really Like to Fly Combat Helicopters in Vietnam." From the book's synopsis: In the summer of 1967, Mark Garrison had dropped out of college at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois, just before entering his third year...
Hometown Heroes: Rockford’s Vietnam Veterans Event at Midway Village
Hometown Heroes: Rockford’s Vietnam Veterans Event at Midway Village
Hometown Heroes: Rockford’s Vietnam Veterans Event at Midway Village
This week's lineup of Veteran's Day tributes will conclude with an outstanding two-day event this weekend at Midway Village Museum. To commemorate and honor the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War, Hometown Heroes: Rockford’s Vietnam Veterans, a two-day information event with a forum is set for Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15, at the museum, 6799 Guilford Road, Rockford...
Runners Turn the Tables on WWII Veteran [Video]
Runners Turn the Tables on WWII Veteran [Video]
Runners Turn the Tables on WWII Veteran [Video]
If you've read any of my previous posts here, you know that veterans hold a very special place in my heart. My late father was a WWII veteran, several friends served in Vietnam, and my brother-in-law Tim is an Iraq War veteran. I believe those who fought for our freedom deserve our utmost respect and loyalty...