Bismarck schools honor vets
Bismarck Schools hosted their annual Veterans Day Assembly on Friday. Students, staff, and members of the community filled the gymnasium as service members received recognition for the time they served.
Officials honor veterans, their sacrifices
A Veterans Day memorial service was held at 11:11 a.m. Friday at the St. Francois County Courthouse Veterans Memorial.
PHOTOS: Veterans Day ceremony held at SFC Courthouse Friday morning
Fredericktown students honor veterans
While many schools are recognizing veterans today, the Fredericktown School District recognized local veterans Thursday.
We, the staff at the Daily Journal, are pleased to honor our military and our veterans with our second edition of Stories of Honor.
Tune recalls service in Korea
Fredericktown resident Gary Tune recalled his experience of serving in the military more than a half century ago.
Revolutionary War vet honored
Members of the Sons of the American Revolution, Daughters of the American Revolution and Children of the Revolution gathered earlier this month for a grave marking ceremony at the gravesite of Revolutionary War Veteran and Missouri's first Speaker of the House James Caldwell.
Bonney: 'I don't know you, but I will protect you. I will trade my life for yours.'
Vickey Bonney knew in the 7th grade she wanted to enlist in the U.S. Navy.
Smith shares military experiences
She might have served five years, six months and 14 days in the military, but they could arguably be the most influential of her life. Through them, said Farmington resident Pattie Smith, 69, she learned a vocation, traveled the country, met her husband of 45 years, Dennis … and "grew up."
At nearly 91, Cook would serve again
Nearly 40 years of Ernie Cook's life have been dedicated to serving his country, and Cook said if there were another war and he was able to, he would join again.
American Legion post visited by national commander
The LePere-McCalister American Legion Post 416 had an honored guest for lunch on Thursday, 2022-2023 National Commander Vincent "Jim" Troiola.
Joe Holloway reflects on fixing planes, realities of war, and the strength of family
For 32 years, Park Hills native Joe Holloway Jr. served his country in both the US Army and Air Force, meeting four presidents and forming life-long friendships in the uncertainty and challenges of war.
Rawlins believes in 'veterans helping veterans'
A visible presence in Farmington when it comes to memorializing all who served their country, Jerry Rawlins served in Vietnam as a Navy Seabee.
Schoelhamer served 28 years in the Army and would do it all again
As a young man, Army 1st Sgt. Mike Schoelhamer chose to follow in his father's footsteps by enlisting into the United States Army.
Trotter is grateful for his military experience
Frankclay resident and veteran James "Jim" Trotter joined the U.S. Army in June 1985 as a way to pay for college.
Teacher's life changed by stint in Marines
Every military veteran has their own story to tell. Some grew up with a dream of joining up when they were old enough to enlist, others ended up serving their country because they received a low draft number or needed a steady job to provide for their family. Not every veteran sees combat or…
Brinkley's passion was to help others
He was a devoted patriot, dearly loved his country and was always happy. In fact, Melvin "Mel" Lee Brinkley Jr.'s mother Lola Ruth nicknamed her son "Sonny" because he was such a happy baby.
Marines molded Klaus into the man he is today
The attacks on the nation on Sept. 11, 2001, deeply impacted Ryan Klaus. He had visited the twin towers two years before the attacks. When he saw the events unfold live on TV, that made him want to take action.
PHOTOS: Darby Downey
Blind in his right eye, Downey, 104, served in different roles in World War II
Some of the most powerful stories come from those who have served in the armed forces. They've shown allegiance, heroism and determination.
Veterans memorialized at ceremony
Veterans laid to rest in Farmington's Masonic Cemetery South were memorialized in a special ceremony held Dec. 18, as part of National Wreaths Across America Day.
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AFJROTC, vet groups hold ceremony
Veterans representing Farmington VFW Post 5896, American Legion 416 and Disabled American Veterans joined the Farmington High School Air Force Junior ROTC in its annual Flag Retirement Ceremony held Nov. 3 at Veterans Park.
A dollar bill given in gratitude for life
Editor's Note: The nephew of the German soldier who shared this story with the author is Frank Voertmann, a long-time Farmington resident. Voertmann was born and raised in Webster Groves. He moved his family to Farmington in 1964, and was a self-employed business owner in the area for many y…
Farmington, West County Honors Veterans in the Parkland
VFW Post 5896 echos Uncle Sam — 'I Want You'
As Veterans Day approached, Norman L. Rigdon VFW Post 5896 had a message for all veterans taken straight from the words of "Uncle Sam" on recruitment posters through the years — "I Want You."
1995 documentary honoring veterans makes a comeback
Stephen Slinkard taught history out of a textbook for 25 years at Farmington High School.
Burns recalls his father coming home from WWII
In recognition of Veterans Day, Americans will honor and remember those brave men and women who once served or are now serving in the United States armed forces.
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Today marks National VFW Day
The U.S. is the land of the free and home of the brave because of the many soldiers who have selflessly served their country and sacrificed so much.
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