Jeremy Amick

Soldier killed on Christmas Eve in World War II honored by younger brother As a young child growing up in a Christian household, the Christmas holiday was supposed to be a joyous period filled with tender moments shared with loved ones.But, Roger Baker said, it became a time... December 19, 2022

African-American WWII veteran to be inducted into National Guard Hall of Fame "The Army was an experience unlike anything I've had in my life," wrote Dempsey Travis, an author and African-American veteran of World War II. "I think of two Armies, one black and... August 15, 2022

WWII veteran James Schaffner to be inducted into Missouri National Guard Hall of Fame There are many unique aspects to the military career of James Schaffner.Beginning with combat service in World War II, followed by his recall to active duty during the Korean War, and ending with more... August 8, 2022

Cold War sailor tracked Soviet submarine movements with sonar technology George Sommerer has been no stranger to excitement.As a 10-year-old, he and his family made newspaper headlines after being held hostage on their Honey Creek area farm by convicts who escaped the Miss... July 5, 2022

Officer helps mold new soldiers through Lincoln University ROTC Approaching the sunset of his military career, Lt. Col. Nick Bell maintains he has found his calling as professor of military science for the ROTC program at Lincoln University. It is a position that ... January 10, 2022

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