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Lone Bugler Plays 'Taps' in Snowy Arlington Cemetary, and Time Feels Like It Stops

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:50:07 +0000

Do you know that moment when a sound touches something deep in your soul? That’s exactly what happens when you hear a lone bugler playing ‘Taps’ in the quiet snow at Arlington National Cemetery. This isn’t just a song; it’s a memory etched into the very heart of a nation.

A Soldier and an Orphaned Puppy Find Each Other and a New Kind of Family

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 00:52:05 +0000

It’s not every day you hear a story that makes your heart swell and your eyes mist up all at once, but this one will. Sean Laidlaw, a British Army veteran, didn’t just save lives in Syria—he found one too, buried in the rubble, waiting for a miracle.

Anonymous Veteran Quietly Paid for Strangers' Meds for 10 Years

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 21:35:17 +0000

A quiet veteran's decade of anonymously paying for prescriptions helps inspire a wave of generosity and giving to those in need, and the inspiring video tells the full story of his quiet impact.

WWII Veteran, 97, Skydives on D-Day's 75th Anniversary

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 19:53:15 +0000

It was a day that would defy the norms of time. An event that bore the weight of the past and the strength of the present coalesced into a single, resonant chord. On the open fields, where the wind whispered tales of valor, a solitary figure stood, his silhouette poised against the vast expanse of blue. This man was no ordinary man. He was a World War II veteran, a 97-year-old testament to an era of fortitude and sacrifice.

Us Army Field Band Plays Emotional Venezuelan Classic 'Caballo Viejo'

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 07:55:16 +0000

As a part of Hispanic Heritage Month, ‘The Jazz Ambassadors of the United States Army Field Band’ performed ‘Caballo Viejo,’ which translates to ‘Old Horse.’ The band always produces fantastic performances of jazz classics.

100-Year-Old Vet Gives Best Response to Stranger Who Invites Him to Disneyland

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 06:39:34 +0000

Isaiah Garza was a young man who knew how difficult life could be for some people. He grew up in poverty and knew what it meant to be homeless. Now an LA-based designer & public speaker, Garza always felt that he could make life better for others & maybe, inspire people to do well. Recently, the designer helped to brighten the day of a 100-year-old veteran.

Veteran, Horse, and Dog Are Walking 1000s of Miles Across the Us for Good Cause

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:51:07 +0000

Matt Perella served his time in the United States Marine Corps. However—like many other servicemen and women—he had new complications to deal with once he returned from deployment.

Animals Have the Sweetest Reunions With Their Best Friends After Years

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 22:46:32 +0000

Animals show how much love they are capable of in a video documenting a series of loving reunions between humans and their furry and not-so-furry friends.

Teary-Eyed Police Officer Gets Emotional After Talk With Vietnam Veteran

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 06:03:39 +0000

The video begins as Officer Darrell Ross pulls up to a traffic stop, assisting fellow Officer Snyder. "There's not going to be any drugs in the car, is there?" Ross asks the driver. He says no, but the officers discover meth and drug paraphernalia in the jacket of his passenger (an older gentleman).

Old Soldier and Young Soldier Bond After Realizing Their Personal Connection

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 06:00:27 +0000

The concept for this video is simple: it's two soldiers—one young and one old—sitting in a room, comparing their experiences. Although simple on the surface, this video is actually intense, touching upon the many complex issues that servicemen have to deal with.

Just Like His Mom, Prince Harry Is One of the More Humble Royal Family Members

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:50:03 +0000

Prince Harry, a member of the British Royal Family, is undoubtedly one of the most exciting royals the monarchy has ever seen. His life has had a lot of surprises, and even though he has essentially distanced himself from his family, he remains one of the most famous men on earth.

Puppy Wrangling - It Ain't an Easy Job

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 07:49:42 +0000

Managing a lot of dogs at the same time can be a significant challenge for most of you. However, for Luke, it is something he loves to do daily. He is the owner of The Farm, a sanctuary and rehabilitation for rescue dogs. He also has 12 dogs of his own at The Farm.

Woman Uses Her Money to Reunite Vets With Their Retired Military K9s

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 07:02:12 +0000

Hundreds of dogs are deployed with the US military in foreign countries. They are assigned handlers who take care of the dogs all the time. The primary objectives of dogs vary. For example, some are responsible for searching for bombs, tracking people, and some are trained for search and rescue missions.

Retired Service Dog and Soldier Reunited After Two Years Apart

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 05:55:11 +0000

Retired Service dog Taylor reunited with her best friend and former co-worker, Sergeant Tom Hanson, after two years apart. Taylor is a yellow Labrador who worked in the military her whole life.

Navy Veteran Brothers Stun AGT With Astonishing Singing Impressions

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 04:17:47 +0000

Nate and Gabriel Brown, aka "The Brown Brothers," were no ordinary siblings. The autistic duo had served in the Navy. However, since they were interested in music, they decided to test their skills.

Vietnam Veteran Searches for the 'Unknown Soldier' He Saved on the Battlefield 50 Years Ago

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:38:25 +0000

The Vietnam War was not something that any of us ever wanted to deal with. Still, when drafted, men from all across the nation stepped up to do their patriotic duty. The bond forged by war buddies is like no other. More potent than glue and longer-lasting than any other type of relationship.

Blind War Veteran's Country Song Sounds Like a Radio Hit

Fri, 06 May 2022 07:14:56 +0000

65-year-old Robert Finley shocks the judges on ‘America’s Got Talent’ with his original song. His electric performance of his own song titled, ‘Get It While You Can’ had the crowd on its feet.

Man Provides Eco-Friendly Free Lawn Care for Seniors and Veterans

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 06:52:00 +0000

Brian Schwartz recently got laid off during the recent pandemic. So he decided to help senior citizens, military veterans, and disabled people by providing them socially-distanced lawn care entirely free.

Vietnam Veteran Meets 50-Year-Old Daughter He Never Knew Existed

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 06:57:57 +0000

There’s not much in the world that can stop the strong bond between families. This is especially true for those who haven’t seen one another in a long time or seen each other ever.

Marine Veteran Couple Receives the Perfect Gift After Years of Service

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 17:24:03 +0000

Mario and Amy Perez are a Marine veteran couple who received a surprise that made them cry tears of joy. One morning they thought they would be interviewed by a local tv station.

Heroic Marine Veteran Singlehandedly Prevents Armed Robbery

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 06:06:25 +0000

A video from a news broadcast shows a marine veteran singlehandedly stopping an armed robbery at an Arizona gas station. The video has many viewers cheering for the veteran and applauding his selfless act.

D-Day Veteran Reunites With French Love 75 Years Later

Sun, 05 Dec 2021 07:56:17 +0000

This sweet story shows how love can endure a lifetime, transcend countries, oceans, and even language. In the video, we are introduced to a World War II veteran, K.T. Robbins. He has kept a photo of the girl he fell in love with while stationed in France in 1944. After 75 years, he still remembers the love they shared.

WWII Veteran Leaves $50,000 Tip for Waitress Who Showed Him Kindness

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 05:48:54 +0000

For seven years, a WWII veteran named Walter "Buck" Swords was a regular at Luby's, a restaurant in Brownsville, Texas. He had a reputation for being difficult, complaining so often and loudly that none of the waitresses wanted to attend to him. None, that is, except for Melina Salazar.

MaS*H Col. Sherman 'T' Potter Gives Heartfelt Speech About Veteran Buddies

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 07:26:07 +0000

In an emotional episode of M*A*S*H! Harry Morgan "Colonel Sherman T Potter" calls his friends into the tent to share with them his news. They all gather round, prepared to hear the worst.