Honoring WWII Veteran Fred Wiese and His Remarkable Military Journey (Rebroadcast)
Celebrate the life of WWII B-17 pilot Fred Wiese, who shared vivid memories from childhood to Army Air Corps training and his first aerobatic flight.
Jack Thurman Recalls First Marine Wave Landing on Iwo Jima
Marine Jack Thurman shares his vivid memories of landing with the first wave at Iwo Jima, surviving fierce battles, and witnessing history atop Mount Suribachi.
USS Pueblo Seized by North Korea Bob Chicca Shares His Story (Part II)
Marine veteran Bob Chicca recounts his harrowing 11-month captivity in North Korea, the brutal treatment he endured, and the operation to remove shrapnel from his wounds.
USS Pueblo Seized by North Korea Bob Chicca Shares His Story (Part I)
Marine veteran Bob Chicca recounts the harrowing 1968 capture of the USS Pueblo by North Korea and the crew’s 11-month ordeal as prisoners.
Marine Veteran John Ryff Shares His Chosin Reservoir Experience
Marine veteran John Ryff recounts his harrowing experience during the Chosin Reservoir battle in the Korean War, reflecting on courage and resilience.
Wally King’s Journey from Ohio to 75 WWII Combat Missions
WWII fighter pilot Wally King recounts his 75 combat missions and survival after being shot down over Germany.
WWII Veteran Jim Sterner Shares His Harrowing Battlefront Experiences
WWII veteran Jim Sterner recounts his journey from Omaha Beach to the Battle of the Bulge, sharing stories of resilience, sacrifice, and camaraderie.
A Marine’s Journey: From Adventure to Sacrifice in the Korean War
Marty Letelier’s journey from Sioux City to the Korean War, his harrowing battles at Inchon & Chosin Reservoir, and the enduring spirit of the Marines.
The Battle of New Orleans: A Turning Point in American History (Part 2)
Andrew Jackson’s triumph at the Battle of New Orleans turned a potential defeat into a defining victory in the War of 1812, thanks to bold strategy and diverse allies. This is the second part of Bill Rutledge’s look back at the Battle of New Orleans.
American Saint Nick and a Small Town’s Unforgettable Christmas
Learn the remarkable story of Dick Brookins, the American Saint Nick, and how a simple act of kindness brought joy to a small Luxembourg town during World War II.