Don’t be fooled by the mayor’s winning smile and soaring, preacher’s son rhetoric, nor by the governor’s make-nice statements from the podium. There is real frustration and tension behind the scenes on both sides.
More than a hundred people gathered at Soldier Field to thank current and former service members for their sacrifices. “It feels good,” said Andrew Brown, who’s among more than 65,000 veterans living in Chicago. “Just being recognized as a veteran.”
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, The National WWII Museum will offer free admission to veterans of all conflicts and hold a special
“We’re well known now, us World War II vets, because there’s so few of us left. It’s very rewarding being here. I really enjoy this. A little old corporal like me,” said Bob Holbach, 98.